Zubin Appoo
CEO (from July 2026), WiseTech Global
Zubin Appoo is a technology executive who became Chief Executive Officer of WiseTech Global, Australia's largest ASX-listed technology company, in July 2026. A long-time WiseTech insider who worked closely with founder Richard White, he spent about 15 years at the company from 2004 to 2018, returned in 2025 as chief of staff and deputy chief innovation officer, and was then elevated to CEO.
Fast facts
| Role | CEO (from July 2026) |
|---|---|
| Company | WiseTech Global ASX:WTC |
| Sector | Technology / Logistics Software |
| Headquarters | NSW |
| In role since | 2026 |
| Education | Information technology degree, University of Technology Sydney (UTS). |
Background
Appointed CEO in July 2026; long-time WiseTech executive and lieutenant of founder Richard White; former deputy CEO and innovation/technology leader who returned to the company in 2025.
Career timeline
- 2004Joined WiseTech Global, working closely with founder Richard White on strategy and the CargoWise platform
- 2018Left WiseTech and held executive roles including CTO at InLoop, Flexischools and HICAPS and CEO at Find a Carer
- 2025Returned to WiseTech as chief of staff and deputy chief innovation officer
- 2026Appointed Chief Executive Officer of WiseTech Global in July
Notable
- Leads WiseTech Global, the world's largest logistics and supply-chain software company and Australia's largest ASX-listed technology firm.
- Has nearly 25 years of experience in software development and product leadership.
- Worked directly with WiseTech founder Richard White during the development of the CargoWise platform.
- Has been a shareholder in WiseTech since 2005.
- Held technology leadership roles outside WiseTech, including CTO positions at InLoop, Flexischools and HICAPS (an NAB business).
Frequently asked questions
Who is the CEO of WiseTech Global?
Zubin Appoo became CEO of WiseTech Global in July 2026.
What is Zubin Appoo's history with WiseTech?
He spent about 15 years at WiseTech from 2004 to 2018, then returned in 2025 as chief of staff and deputy chief innovation officer before becoming CEO.
What is Zubin Appoo's professional background?
He has nearly 25 years in software development and product leadership, including CTO and CEO roles at several technology companies.
Where did Zubin Appoo study?
He earned an information technology degree from the University of Technology Sydney.
Public profiles
Sources
- https://www.wisetechglobal.com/news/appointment-of-chief-executive-officer/
- https://www.businessnewsaustralia.com/articles/wisetech-appoints-former-innovation-leader-zubin-appoo-as-new-ceo.html
- https://www.wisetechglobal.com/investors/our-leadership-team/
Last verified 2026-07-13. Professionally-public, sourced information only.