Meta has announced a significant leadership transition in its Asia Pacific operations. Dan Neary, Vice President of Asia Pacific at Meta, revealed that Benjamin Joe will be stepping into the role of Regional Vice President for Asia Pacific starting July 2025.

Joe, a 14-year veteran at Meta, currently leads the company’s Southeast Asia business and has held various key leadership roles over the years. He began his journey with Meta in the United States, working in new business development on the Growth team, later serving as Country Director for Korea. Before joining Meta, he worked at McKinsey & Company and IBM.

“I’m delighted to share that Benjamin Joe has been appointed as my successor,” said Neary. “Ben’s deep understanding of our company and region, as well as his ability to build high-performing teams and help businesses grow, will serve him well in his new role.”

Prior to joining Meta, Ben worked at McKinsey & Company and IBM. Ben’s deep understanding of our company and region, as well as his ability to build high-performing teams and help businesses grow, will serve him well in his new role.

In conjunction with this leadership change, Sandhya Devanathan, currently Vice President for Meta India, will expand her responsibilities to oversee both India and Southeast Asia.

Devanathan has been a key figure in Meta’s regional strategy and will now play a broader role in shaping the company’s future in two of its fastest-growing markets.

“I am excited to share that Benjamin Joe is Meta’s new Regional Vice President for Asia Pacific from July this year,” said Devanathan. “Ben is a 14-year Meta veteran, has been a key part of Meta’s APAC leadership team for over 12 years, and I am excited for his leadership in leading the region for us. He will succeed Dan Neary, who will be leaving the company in a few months.”

She also shared, “Following Ben’s appointment, I am excited also to announce that I will take on additional responsibilities to lead our business in both India and Southeast Asia.”

“Both Ben and Sandhya are exceptional leaders with strong track records. I’m confident that they will continue to drive growth and innovation for our valued partners and take our business to new heights!” shared Neary.

These leadership changes underscore Meta’s commitment to strengthening its presence in the Asia Pacific region, a critical market for its global growth strategy.