Darren Lo
About Darren Lo
Darren Lo serves as the Senior Vice President and APJ Regional CFO at Syniti, focusing on finance digital transformation in the Asia Pacific region. He has extensive experience in finance and leadership roles across various companies, including Dell and Microsoft, and holds multiple accounting qualifications.
Work at Syniti
Darren Lo serves as the Senior Vice President and APJ Regional CFO at Syniti, a role he has held since 2021. In this position, he has direct responsibility for profit and loss management. He develops and executes strategic initiatives aimed at building insights and enhancing profitability within the organization. His leadership is focused on finance digital transformation in the Asia Pacific region, aligning financial strategies with business objectives.
Education and Expertise
Darren Lo holds a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) from the University of Sydney, where he studied Accounting and Marketing from 1996 to 1999. He furthered his education with a Graduate Diploma in Information Technology Project Management from the University of Technology, Sydney, from 2000 to 2003. Additionally, he is a member of the Certified Practicing Accountant, having studied at La Salle Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, and CPA Australia. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in finance and technology.
Background
Darren Lo has a diverse professional background with extensive experience in finance and leadership roles. He began his career as a member of the Certified Practicing Accountant in Malaysia from 1990 to 1994. Over the years, he has held various positions in notable companies, including Dell, Microsoft, and Worldline Global. His roles have spanned across operations, strategy, and finance, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of business dynamics.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Syniti, Darren Lo held several significant positions. He worked at Microsoft APAC Services as Finance Lead from 2014 to 2020, where he managed financial operations for Microsoft Services in the Asia Pacific region. Prior to that, he was the Regional CFO for Worldline Global from 2020 to 2021. His earlier tenure at Dell included roles such as Regional Director of Sales Planning & Analysis and Financial Controller, where he was responsible for financial planning and analysis across the Asia Pacific and Japan.
Professional Insights and Contributions
Darren Lo actively shares insights on improving work productivity with peers and professionals in the industry. His focus on finance digital transformation reflects his commitment to advancing financial practices within organizations. By engaging with like-minded professionals, he contributes to discussions that drive innovation and efficiency in financial management.