World’s Most Influential Business Leaders 2025

Pete Chareonwongsak  

Chief Executive Officer  

Company Name: Teleport  (Malaysia)

In the dynamic world of logistics and aviation, Pete Chareonwongsak has carved a unique path- one that helps to reflect bold decisions, adaptability and relentless drive to build something impactful. Today as the CEO of Teleport, he leads one of Southeast Asia’s fastest growing air logistics platforms, but his journey began from the skies.

He is originally trained in engineering and finance, Pete started his career in investment banking and he developed strong analytical and strategic skills. He didn’t plan to enter in the field of aviation but he got a chance interaction with Tony Fernandes which opened doors for him to AirAsia, despite him having no experience in the aviation sector.

He took the challenge and he quickly rose through the ranks, serving as Head of Business Development and later Regional Chief Operating Officer, where he successfully led complex projects including international expansions and business turnarounds. His ability to deliver results in high-pressure environments set the foundation for his next big role.

In 2018, at just 29, Pete was appointed CEO of Teleport- AirAsia’s logistics arm- with the mission to transform it from a traditional cargo business into a tech-enabled logistics company. 

Under his leadership, Teleport has evolved into a leading integrated logistics provider, leveraging Air Asia’s vast network to enable fast, affordable, and accessible delivery solutions across Southeast Asia. His vision extends beyond logistics and he aims to democratize access to delivery services for all business sizes, in a rapidly growing e-commerce ecosystem.

His journey is full of determination, hardwork and innnovation. He has the power of taking risks, embracing the unknown, and building with purpose.

Ques. What inspired you to become an entrepreneur and start teleport?

Ans. For Pete Chareonwongsak, the inspiration to build Teleport came from identifying a clear gap in the logistics ecosystem. While working within the aviation industry, he realized that traditional cargo systems were often slow, fragmented, and not designed to meet the growing demands of e-commerce and modern businesses. For him, entrepreneurship is all about solving problems and getting real solutions to them.

Ques. What inspired you to transition from finance to the aviation and logistics industry?

Ans. His journey into aviation was unplanned but I was driven by curiosity and faced many challenges in life. Moving from a finance background into aviation that allowed me to apply my analytical thinking in a different environment. What inspired me the most was the opportunity to work in a fast-paced industry.

Ques. What role does innovation play in Teleport?

Ans. Innovation is at the core of everything we do. logistics, speed, efficiency, and reliability are critical, and technology enables us to continuously improve these aspects. By embracing innovation you can go ahead of market demands with a better value to our customer.

Ques. What excites you more about the future of Teleport?

Ans. The rapid growth of e-commerce and digital adoption across Southeast Asia presents immense opportunities. What excites me most is our ability to democratize logistics-making fast and affordable delivery accessible to businesses of all sizes. The main thing that excites me is the human and economic impact Teleport can create. Pete sees immense opportunity his platform can unlock many chances for small and medium enterprises. It has a cost-effective logistics infrastructure. As Teleport continues to evolve, he is inspired by its role in shaping a future where businesses are more interconnected, resilient and capable of competing on a truly global stage.

Ques. What leadership lessons have helped you in your journey in Teleport?

Ans. For Pete Chareonwongsak, leadership has always been rooted in clarity of vision and the courage to challenge conventional systems. Throughout his journey with Teleport, he has believed in making it with purpose, ensuring that every decision aligns with long term value and it emphasizes on adaptability, continuous learning, unlearning and embracing change.