SINGAPORE – Digital transformation innovator Vertis is stepping up its game with two strategic additions to its leadership team: Mathew Ray Searcy as Executive Creative Director and Chandra Sekara Barathi as Chief Delivery Officer. This move reinforces Vertis’ commitment to crafting cutting-edge digital solutions that empower businesses in Southeast Asia to evolve, adapt, and thrive in today’s dynamic landscape.
Executive Officer and Co-
Founder of Vertis
Commenting on the new hires, Birendra Balakrishnan, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Vertis said, “Investing in world-class talent is central to Vertis’ mission, and ensures that we are staying at the forefront of digital innovation, empowering organisations with tailored digital solutions, that deliver exceptional value and drives growth and resilience for our clients.”
Since its inception in 2022, Vertis has collaborated with industry-leading platforms such as Adobe, Sitecore, Optimizely, HubSpot, and Qualtrics, delivering transformative solutions for major brands like AIC – Agency for Integrated Care, Dell, Aditya Birla Capital, Energy Market Company, and Enterprise Singapore. “With Mathew and Chandra’s collective expertise, we’re poised to deliver even more innovative and comprehensive solutions that help businesses navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape,” adds Birendra.
Searcy brings over 15 years of global experience in advertising, design, and brand innovation. Prior to joining, Searcy founded Killjoy Design and led multiple projects spanning across UX/UI, eCommerce, branding, and retail design, collaborating with leading brands to deliver award winning campaigns. Searcy shared, “I’m thrilled to join Vertis at such an exciting time. As a disruptor pushing the boundaries of digital innovation, I am excited with the opportunity to help the team create meaningful digital experiences that help businesses achieve transformative growth.”
Officer, Vertis Digital
Barathi brings a wealth of experience in the digital space as a seasoned technologist with over 20 years of extensive experience in delivery management and digital transformation. Coming from Accenture, Barathi’s proven track record of delivering large-scale, mission-critical projects, reinforces Vertis’ capabilities to remain versatile and adaptive to the evolving challenges faced by businesses today. “In today’s fast-paced digital-first landscape, businesses must stay agile to keep up with consumer demands. At Vertis, I am committed to delivering client-focused, tailored solutions that help businesses tackle challenges and seize opportunities through digital transformation,” said Barathi.
Marking a milestone year, Vertis expanded its Southeast Asian footprint in 2024 with a new development office in Bangkok. With a projected workforce of over 100 employees by 2025, the company is scaling its presence across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Bangladesh, India, and Australia.
