Andrew Leelarthaepin is a distinguished leader in the financial technology sector, and is the Head of Business Product at Maybank Securities. With a career spanning more than two decades, Andrew has deep expertise in the burgeoning fields of fintech and cryptocurrency, having led significant projects in these areas across the Asia-Pacific region.

Before his tenure at Maybank, Andrew was instrumental in expanding the Asia-Pacific operations of Bitstamp, the world’s longest-running cryptocurrency exchange. As the Managing Director for Bitstamp Asia, he was pivotal in navigating the complex regulatory and business landscapes to foster digital asset adoption and innovation.

Andrew's earlier roles include leadership positions at global financial institutions such as CGS-CIMB Securities, where he headed the foreign exchange division, and at Saxo Bank, where he managed institutional sales. His diverse experience also includes a significant stint in blockchain and cryptocurrency markets, providing strategic oversight and pioneering growth initiatives.