ESR Group

As CEO of Data Centres business in ESR Group, Diarmid is driving the strategy, growing the platform across key cities in Asia Pacific, leading the team to identify new business and investment opportunities; overseeing investment evaluation of opportunities in the market; managing and executing deal structures whilst providing industry-leading, environmentally conscious buildings to regional operators and hyperscalers.

Previously, as SVP Sales APAC at Equinix, he managed the P&L and regional expansions. Diarmid also played a key role in creating Vodafone Carrier Services and led Asia operations for three U.S. tech start-ups. With 35+ years of experience, he has held leadership roles globally, including Board positions and driving M&A activities.  He is also a long-term advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion.