The seasoned technology leader will drive Equinix’s growth as the country emerges as a digital gateway connecting Southeast Asia with the world
Equinix, Inc., the world’s digital infrastructure company, has announced the appointment of Ireen Go-Catane as managing director for the Philippines, effective November 9, 2026. Based in Manila, Go-Catane will oversee Equinix’s business in the Philippines, drive market growth, and support customers’ digital transformation.
Her appointment comes as the Philippines strengthens its position as one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic digital markets, supported by a large, digitally engaged population and growing demand for interconnected cloud and AI services. With its strategic location and links to international markets, the country is well positioned to play an increasingly critical role as a digital gateway connecting Southeast Asia with global cloud, network, and AI ecosystems.
A VETERAN OF THE ICT INDUSTRY
Go-Catane brings more than 30 years of experience in the information and communications technology industry. She joins Equinix from Schneider Electric Philippines, where she served as country president and led initiatives that accelerated business growth and strengthened the company’s commitment to sustainability and inclusion.
She has also held senior leadership positions at multinational technology companies, including NTT Philippines, Microsoft, Voyager Innovations, Samsung, IBM, Dell, and Hewlett-Packard, spanning business management, channel, and go-to-market leadership.
“Ireen is an accomplished technology leader with extensive experience in business transformation and the Philippine market,” said Max Parry, VP of growth and emerging markets for Asia-Pacific at Equinix. “I am confident she will help our customers capture new opportunities in cloud and AI, leading Equinix’s next phase of growth and contributing to the continued advancement of the Philippines’ digital economy.”
“I am thrilled to join Equinix and grow our presence in the Philippines,” said Go-Catane, managing director for the Philippines at Equinix. “As customers navigate increasingly complex technology and business requirements in the age of cloud and AI, Equinix is well positioned to provide the infrastructure, interconnection, and ecosystem access they need to scale with confidence. I look forward to working with our team to strengthen Equinix’s market position and contribute meaningfully to the Philippines’ growing digital economy.”
AWARDS AND EDUCATION
Go-Catane’s leadership has earned several industry distinctions. She was named a Circle of Excellence awardee for Woman Leader of the Year at the 2026 Asia CEO Awards. She also received the Philippines Leadership Commitment Award at the 2024 Women’s Empowerment Principles Awards and was named first runner-up for the same award at the Asia-Pacific level.
She holds a master’s degree in Business Administration from the Jack Welch Management Institute and a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, majoring in Computer Technology, from De La Salle University in Manila.
EQUINIX IN THE PHILIPPINES
Since entering the Philippines in 2025, Equinix has established a growing presence through three data centers in Manila. The facilities provide more than 1,000 cabinets of capacity and host leading network service providers and four of Manila’s main internet exchanges. Together with Equinix’s presence in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore, the Philippines forms a critical node in an interconnected Southeast Asian network, enabling businesses to grow across markets with extensive global connectivity and access.