Driving Asia-Pacific Digital Transformation Through Secure Connectivity
As Regional Vice President for Asia Pacific at Verizon Business Group, Robert Le Busque leads a team of high-performing professionals delivering enterprise connectivity and cybersecurity solutions across the region. Verizon, a global technology powerhouse serving 99% of Fortune 500 companies, maintains a strong presence in 29 cities across 11 Asia Pacific countries. With around 3,000 business customers in sectors including manufacturing, finance, retail, and government, Verizon helps clients accelerate digital transformation, mitigate cybersecurity risks, and unlock the value of data.
A Global Network Supporting Critical Infrastructure
Verizon’s expansive global network exceeds 1 million route miles and supports more than 330,000 Private IP connections worldwide. In the Asia Pacific region, the company plays a vital role in securing digital ecosystems—monitoring over 61 billion security events annually through its Advanced Security Operations Centre. Its Cyber Investigative Response Team, one of the world’s largest non-military digital forensics units, conducted over 500 investigations in the past year, responding to major data breaches and cybersecurity incidents globally.
Strategic Leadership Across Asia Pacific
Robert Le Busque is known for his strategic foresight, deep technical expertise, and people-first leadership style. He oversees sales, operations, and strategy across Australia, New Zealand, India, Japan, China, and Southeast Asia, managing a diverse team of over 1,000 employees. His leadership has significantly contributed to expanding Verizon’s market presence and elevating its role as a trusted digital infrastructure partner in the region.
Asia Pacific as Verizon’s Fastest-Growing Market
Under Le Busque’s leadership, Verizon’s Asia Pacific business has achieved exceptional growth—surpassing other global markets, including EMEA and North America. The company’s cybersecurity division in the region has experienced especially strong performance, becoming a key growth engine for the global business. Le Busque’s ability to scale operations while delivering strategic value has helped position Asia Pacific as Verizon’s most dynamic and resilient growth market.
Adapting Through Crisis and Accelerating Innovation
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Verizon demonstrated resilience by maintaining uninterrupted service for critical industries while supporting employees through unprecedented challenges. The crisis accelerated digital transformation initiatives across the region, strengthening Verizon’s market relevance and driving year-over-year growth in enterprise IT services, cloud connectivity, and secure communications.
A Commitment to People and Professional Development
As a purpose-driven leader, Le Busque champions continuous learning and employee empowerment. Verizon provides comprehensive training programs, technical certifications, tuition reimbursement, and tailored development pathways to equip its workforce for the future of work. This focus on upskilling ensures Verizon’s teams remain agile, innovative, and prepared for evolving industry demands.
Bringing Music Discipline to Business Leadership
Le Busque’s leadership approach is deeply influenced by his academic background in classical music and composition. His training in discipline, preparation, and high-stakes performance informs his executive style—enabling him to lead with precision and calm under pressure. He often shares, “As a musician, you never rise to the occasion—you default to the level of your preparation.” This mindset has shaped a leadership philosophy rooted in readiness, adaptability, and excellence.
Transforming Connectivity and Cybersecurity Across Asia Pacific
With Robert Le Busque at the helm, Verizon continues to redefine digital transformation in the Asia Pacific region. By integrating secure, scalable network infrastructure with enterprise-grade cybersecurity solutions, Verizon empowers organizations to innovate, protect their digital assets, and thrive in a data-driven future.
