Assuming the position of Vice President of Sales Asia at Statista on July 1st, Kit Foong will oversee the commercial operations for the Asia-Pacific region for Statista.With a strong focus on driving sales growth and enhancing client retention, this promotion highlights Statista's unwavering commitment to continuous improvement and strengthens their position as a market leader in the Asia-Pacific region.

Singapore. Kit Foong joined Statista in April 2019 and played a pivotal role as part of the pioneer team that established the Singapore office. This endeavor presented a unique opportunity for Foong to contribute to the expansion of the business in Asia. Leveraging the existing foundation of clients established by colleagues in Europe and the U.S., the team in Singapore successfully grew the business, paving the way for the current team structure. This significant milestone in Foong’s career reflects his exceptional leadership, dedication, and strategic vision within the organization. 

In his expanded role, Foong will leverage his proven leadership capabilities and deep understanding of the region's strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities to oversee the entire Asia commercial operations, leading a team of approximately 60 sales and client success professionals. His primary objective is to ensure continued sales growth and client retention across all teams in the region. He will focus on nurturing and developing the talent within the team, while fostering collaboration with other departments to deliver the best possible product for Statista's target markets across Asia. 

Expressing his excitement about the future, Kit Foong says: "I truly believe that the future is bright for the Profit Center Asia. Our organization has made substantial investments in product development, tools, and training, which I am thrilled about. At Statista, we have a culture of continuous growth and improvement, constantly seeking ways to enhance our offerings. This is what makes Statista the right choice for me, as I am driven by the pursuit of progress and success." 

"I am thrilled to have the opportunity to work alongside Kit as we drive the expansion of our rapidly growing Asian markets. Our success thus far gives me complete confidence that we will maintain our momentum and achieve even greater heights. Together, we will continue to build upon our solid foundation and seize the exciting opportunities that lie ahead", says Arne Wolter, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at Statista. 

The promotion of Kit Foong to the Vice President of Sales Asia marks a significant milestone in his career and reaffirms Statista's commitment to recognizing and nurturing talent within the organization. With Kit's leadership and expertise, Statista is well-positioned to further strengthen its market presence and deliver exceptional value to clients across the Asia-Pacific region. 

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