Our Distinguished Panelists
Topic: Challenges in Building a Sustainable Data Center
Chandra Irawan
Country Manager
Pure DC Indonesia
Chandra Irawan S.T. MSc is the Country Manager for Pure DC Indonesia, leading operations and expansion in the region. With extensive experience in data centers, renewables, and oil & gas, he previously led AWS Indonesia’s data center operations and managed renewable energy plants at Berkeley Energy. He also spent 12 years at Total Energies, overseeing offshore and onshore facilities. He holds a BSc in Mechanical Engineering (ITB), MSc in Sustainable Energy (University of Edinburgh), and is pursuing an MBA (University of Birmingham). A CDFOM and CCGO-certified leader, he specializes in critical infrastructure management, business growth, and corporate governance.
Tengku Reza Syahrezal
Chief Executive Officer
DATAGARDA
Tengku Reza Syahrezal, ST, MBA, CTDC, CDCP is a seasoned data center professional with extensive experience in design engineering, project execution, and lifecycle consultancy across Indonesia, Brunei, and the Philippines. As the CEO of Data Garda, he leads business strategy and operational execution, ensuring the company's growth and industry impact. With a background in engineering and business development from leading firms like Aurecon, DKSH, and Schneider Electric, Reza specializes in electrical design, airflow and cooling, structured cabling, and DCIM solutions. Holding an MBA from ITB and a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering from Trisakti University, along with CTDC and CDCP certifications, he is committed to driving innovation, infrastructure excellence, and digital transformation in the data center industry.
Eko Adji Buwono
National Project Manager
ENTREV
Eko Adji Buwono is a technology and socio-environmental expert with more than 25 years’ experience of high technology industries in several multinational companies, namely IBM Indonesia, Unilever Singapore, UOB Singapore and an Indonesia SOE of Gas Group - PT. PGN, Tbk, and UNIDO (United Nations Industrial and Development Organization). Currently he works as the Project Coordinator of ENTREV project. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from Institute of Technology Indonesia (ITI) – Serpong, Indonesia.
Thomas Schwab
Managing Director of ebm‑papst SEA
Vice President, Product Management and Strategy APAC & MEA
ebm‑papst
Thomas Schwab, a seasoned professional with 11 years in the HVAC industry, currently also serves as the Managing Director at ebm‑papst Southeast Asia, a role he assumed on January 1, 2024. As the Vice President of Product Management for APAC & MEA in ebm papst, he holds a pivotal role in the APAC management board. His expertise encompasses global project management, product-market strategies, and customer development, with a focus on North America and APAC markets. His extensive experience includes years stationed in China, providing him with deep insights into regional industry trends, applications, and regulatory environments.
In his new role as Managing Director at ebm‑papst Southeast Asia, Thomas Schwab is tasked with leading the Southeast Asia team towards achieving new levels of growth and breakthroughs. His strategic focus includes advancing sustainability initiatives and driving digitalization efforts within the region. This transition underscores his commitment to steering ebm‑papst towards continued success and innovation in Southeast Asia's dynamic market landscape.