Appier, a artificial intelligence (AI) company, today announced the appointment of Microsoft veteran Sean Chu as chief strategy officer (CSO).
Sean Chu will help drive Appier’s growth as it moves to create new AI platforms to help enterprises solve their business challenges. Based in Tokyo, Sean Chu will also lead Appier’s operations in Japan and Korea.
Appier plans to expand its operations in Japan to support existing customers as well as drive demand for Appier’s AI solutions in the country.
“Sean’s appointment as our CSO is a key milestone for the company as we continue to build more AI platforms for businesses. His experience across geographies, functions and industries and deep knowledge of enterprise customers will be very important for the company,” said Chih-Han Yu, CEO of Appier.
Before joining Appier, Sean Chu served as senior director, Central Marketing Group, at Microsoft Japan. He has also held leadership positions in companies including Sony Pictures Entertainment, Wall Street Journal, CNBC and Motorola.
