Zaki Pondren

About

<p>Sharizan (ZAKI) Pondren is an experienced digital infrastructure leader with over two decades of expertise driving AI, big data, and digital transformation across the Asian telecommunications sector. As the Group Head of Data Science and Analytics at edotco Group, he spearheads regional data strategies and scales production-grade enterprise generative AI architectures.</p><p>His proven track record spans senior leadership roles at PT Smartfren Telecom and Celcom Axiata, where he successfully bridged technical engineering with corporate strategy. Recognized with the International Innovation Award 2025 for pioneering advanced geospatial AI analytics, Sharizan specializes in operational modernization, cross-industry public-private collaboration, and strategic talent upskilling.</p>