Ep 56: Lavina Tauro - Setting Up Digital Businesses in Asia

This is episode #56 of Leadership Conversations: The Untold Secrets of the C-Suite by Nick Jonsson, featuring Lavina Tauro, VP of Marketing and Country Manager Myanmar at VIU. In this insightful discussion, Lavina draws from her extensive experience in marketing, leadership, and business strategy to share valuable lessons on how to build and scale successful digital businesses in Asia.

Lavina explores the unique opportunities and challenges faced by organizations operating in diverse Asian markets. She explains how regional dynamics — including culture, consumer behavior, and technological adoption — influence business growth and digital strategy. Her conversation provides an inside look into what it takes to create an adaptive, resilient, and customer-centric business in one of the world’s most competitive regions.

Throughout the episode, Lavina highlights the key pillars of digital success, such as data-driven decision-making, customer engagement, and content localization. She emphasizes how brands can leverage analytics to understand audiences better, create meaningful experiences, and strengthen brand loyalty. Lavina also discusses how innovation and agility play vital roles in navigating Asia’s rapidly evolving digital economy, especially as businesses face increased competition and shifting consumer expectations.

She dives deeper into leadership lessons from her own journey — the importance of empowering teams, fostering creativity, and maintaining a learning mindset. Her practical advice is particularly valuable for marketing professionals, entrepreneurs, and executives who aim to build scalable digital ecosystems that thrive in fast-changing environments.

Whether you are an established business leader looking to refine your regional strategy or a startup founder eager to expand across borders, this episode offers actionable strategies for sustainable digital growth in Asia.

🎧 Tune in to discover:

• How to build a strong digital foundation in emerging Asian markets.

• Strategies to engage local audiences and adapt to market diversity.

• The leadership mindset behind digital innovation and long-term success.

Contact Lavina Tauro to collaborate with her:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lavinatauro/

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