Khakhon Som

Digital Solutions - E-Commerce - Linguistics computational - Artificial Intelligence - Cloud - E-Learning - E-Publishing

Khakhon Som is an accomplished leader with a rich background spanning over 20 years in business technology, projects & products management, and e-business development. Having worked in both startups and multinational corporations like Elsevier and Vivendi Publishing, Khakhon has been a key figure in driving digital transformation initiatives across complex organizations, empowering individuals to surpass their limits, and significantly contributing to business growth.

As the Senior Director of Technology & E-Business Development for Elsevier Health Solutions APAC since 2011, Khakhon plays a pivotal role within the senior management team. He is responsible for shaping the overall technology strategy and fostering the growth of e-business development in the Asia Pacific region. Additionally, he strengthens his global presence by collaborating with business technology teams across APAC, US, and EMEA/LA.

Khakhon Som has a track record of successful projects including the migration to Amazon Cloud, development of mobile applications, creation of Open Source eLearning platforms, establishment of B2C eCommerce solutions, and advocacy for Agile methodologies. He holds a Specialized Master's degree in Computer Sciences and Linguistic Computational, with a specialization in Artificial Intelligence from esteemed universities in France.

Throughout his career, Khakhon has held various roles such as Senior Director of Software Engineering Asia Pacific at Elsevier Health Sciences, E-Business & Digital Development Director at Elsevier Masson France, and Chief Technology Officer at several organizations including Initiatives & Développements, IPT Group UK, and Vivendi Publishing Group. He has also served in key positions like Internet and Information Systems Manager and Project Manager at Vivendi Publishing Group.

With a strong academic foundation coupled with hands-on industry experience, Khakhon Som emerges as a proficient leader capable of steering organizations through technological advancements, project management, and e-business growth on a global scale.