SAMSON KHAOU

About SAMSON KHAOU

Samson Khaou is a seasoned Dassault Systèmes executive and currently serves as Executive Vice President, Asia-Pacific. He has been a member of the company’s Executive Committee since 2020 and is responsible for driving the group’s growth across a strategically important region covering South Asia, China, South Korea, India, and Japan. In this role, he focuses on strengthening Dassault Systèmes’ market presence, building durable client relationships, and coordinating a local partner ecosystem around the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. His remit spans major industries including manufacturing, life sciences and healthcare, and infrastructure and cities. Samson Khaou’s work supports Dassault Systèmes’ broader ambition of helping companies transition toward a more sustainable, experience-driven, and generative economy. He emphasizes virtual twins and digital continuity as practical tools for accelerating innovation, improving operational efficiency, and enabling organizations to achieve more with fewer resources while maintaining profitability. His career at Dassault Systèmes is long-standing and internationally oriented. Publicly available sources indicate that he has held several leadership roles across Asia-Pacific, including responsibilities in India, Korea, and South Asia, following earlier positions in pre-sales support for CATIA and ENOVIA in Korea and China, as well as work in PLM services and automotive consulting in France. This background points to a blend of commercial, technical, and industry expertise, with a strong ability to operate across diverse geographies and business cultures. Beyond regional leadership, Samson Khaou also serves on the board of the Dassault Systèmes Foundation, reflecting a broader commitment to innovation with social impact, education, and community development. He is additionally associated with leadership themes such as inclusion, talent development, and support for women’s advancement in the workplace, especially across Asia-Pacific.