· By invitation · APAC Executive Summit 2026

The infrastructure decisions shaping AI, data sovereignty & sustainability across Asia-Pacific.

A closed-door, sixty-minute leadership forum for the executives defining APAC's digital infrastructure. Independent market analysis, real enterprise strategy and candid boardroom debate, a board-level agenda, not a product pitch.

  • 60-minute executive summit
  • Live & virtual
  • Board-level, invitation only
  • 8 October 2026 10:00 AM IST
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About the summit

Step behind closed doors for a real conversation on AI & infrastructure.

An executive room where the region's sharpest minds dissect how high-density AI, evolving data sovereignty laws, and strict net-zero sustainability mandates are reshaping the digital map of Asia-Pacific.

Think of this summit as an exclusive, board-level conversation compressed into a high-impact 60 minutes. Instead of another static webinar, we are bringing together C-Suite tech leaders, infrastructure strategists, and enterprise decision-makers inside a custom 3D virtual environment.

At a glance

Format Executive briefing
Level Senior leadership
Language English
Access By invitation, limited seats

Objective of the summit

Moving from theoretical hype to actionable execution.

Here are the 4 primary objectives of the APAC Data Center Leadership Summit 2026.

Move from Hype to Actionable Execution

Shift the regional infrastructure conversation away from broad industry hype toward real, board-ready strategies that senior executives can act on immediately.

Drive Regional Thought Leadership

Establish NTT GDC as a trusted partner across South Asia, ASEAN, and East Asia by demonstrating how massive global scale combines with deep local operational expertise.

Address Core Enterprise Friction Points

Provide clear solutions for the "three-way pull" enterprises face today: scaling high-density AI workloads, ensuring data sovereignty & compliance, and meeting strict ESG sustainability targets.

Build a High-Intent Executive Network

Unite 650–800 verified decision-makers to set the benchmark for Asia-Pacific digital infrastructure in 2026 and beyond.

Why attend

Global scale. AI-ready capacity. Unmatched local trust.

Built on the world-class strength of NTT GDC, we combine massive global infrastructure and high-density AI cooling with deep, on-the-ground operational expertise across Asia-Pacific.

Massive Global Platform

Global Scale & Infrastructure Capacity

Operating one of the world's largest data center footprints with the capacity and capability to support high-density, AI-ready workloads across priority markets.

Enterprise-Grade Credibility

Backed by NTT GDC & Trusted Advisor Approach

Leverages the full strength, security, and digital infrastructure expertise of NTT Group, delivering more than colocation through a long-term, trusted advisory model.

Best-of-Both-Worlds Delivery

Global Consistency with Local Market Depth

Combines international operational standards and resilience with deep local market understanding across key growth hubs.

Included with registration

NTT GDC's Global Data Center Outlook Report

Models three global growth scenarios for AI-driven data center demand through 2030, and the power, land, water, capital and supply chain constraints on scaling to meet it. Includes recommendations for operators, policymakers and enterprises. Sent to your inbox when you register.

The panels

Two panels, six leadership voices.

Two panels bring together NTT Global Data Center and enterprise leadership from India, Singapore, Germany and the Americas, anchoring a candid, board-level conversation on the decisions shaping the region.

Panel one

Brendan McCarrick Moderator · Vimal Kaw · Ixna Tjin

Moderator
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Brendan McCarrick

GTM Vice President,
Marketing & GTM

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Panelist
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Vimal Kaw

Country MD (India) &
Global Sales Enablement Head

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Panelist
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Ixna Tjin

Director,
Hyperscale Sales

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Panel two

Konstantin Hartmann Moderator · Divya Jain · External speaker

Moderator
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Konstantin Hartmann

Senior Vice President,
Global Sales & Client Services

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Panelist
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Divya Jain

Vice President,
Enterprise Sales & Strategic Alliances

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To be announced

External speaker

An additional independent voice joining Panel 2, confirmed with the final programme.

Line-up reflects the confirmed programme as of today. Ixna Tjin's confirmed photo and full profile, and Panel 2's third seat, will be added as soon as they're confirmed.

The hour

Running order.

A tight run of show, built for people whose time is scarce. Exact timings are confirmed with the final programme.

  1. 01Welcome & agendaOverview of the hour ahead.
  2. 02Panel one introductionSpeakers introduced.
  3. 03Panel oneVimal Kaw and Ixna Tjin, moderated by Brendan McCarrick.
  4. 04Live Q&AModerated, open to attendees.
  5. 05Panel two introductionSpeakers introduced.
  6. 06Panel twoDivya Jain and a confirmed external voice, moderated by Konstantin Hartmann.
  7. 07Live Q&AModerated, open to attendees.
  8. 08ClosingSummary and next steps.

*Agenda subject to change

When, where & how

Save the details.

Full joining instructions, the calendar invite and any last programme changes are sent directly to registered attendees, nothing to track down yourself.

Date & time 8 October 2026 10:00 AM IST
Duration 60 minutes

Single session.

Platform Virtual, streamed live

Join link sent after registration.

Recording Recorded session

Recorded and available on-demand after the event.

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Reserve your seat at the summit.

Register your interest for 8 October 2026. Our team will confirm your invitation, along with the full programme and speaker line-up, as details are finalised.

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