Susila Johnston

Head Of APAC at Ookla

Susila Johnston has a diverse and extensive work experience in various roles and companies.

Susila is currently employed at Ookla as the Brand Management | B2B marketing APAC. Their responsibilities include working with enterprise clients to understand their marketing objectives, using Ookla's data set to generate higher APRU, build better brand visibility, and increase subscriber base.

Prior to Ookla, Susila worked as the Founder of GPL Insights. Susila operated a boutique consultancy and worked with Indonesian tech companies to develop new revenue streams and GTM strategies. Susila also collaborated with tech founders on defining customer journeys, partnerships outreach, and identifying new sources of revenue growth.

Before GPL Insights, Susila served as the Associate Director at SingTel, where they led regional marketing activities for Singtel International Group in APAC markets. Susila spearheaded strategic partnerships to accelerate mobile data penetration and achieved a 15% increase in mobile uptake in six months.

Susila also worked as the Head of Products, Mobile Banking & Advertising at PT. XL Axiata Tbk, where they defined product strategies and GTM plans for subscription-based services across digital platforms, resulting in a 50% revenue growth in 12 months. Susila also built and led a team in creating Indonesia's first 360-degree mobile advertising platform.

Earlier in their career, Susila was the Global Marketing Manager at Bubbly, where they collaborated with content providers, digital content platforms, and telecom operators to drive subscriber growth and revenue targets. Susila also worked as the Regional Account Manager at VITC ASIA Pte Ltd, responsible for account management of APAC and North Asia clients.

Susila's early career includes working as a Business Development Manager at SingTel and as a Product Development Executive at MobileOne Ltd.

Susila Johnston attended the University of Wales from 2000 to 2002. During this period, they pursued a field of study in Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. However, the specific degree obtained is not mentioned.

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  • Head Of APAC

    May 1, 2024 - present

  • Brand Management | B2B marketing APAC

    May, 2021