Meet Our Leaders
Driving Innovation and Excellence at Drake Business Logistics
Grant Mackenzie
CEO - Drake Business Logistics / Drake Business Logistics
As the Chief Executive Officer of Drake Business Logistics and Drake Business Services Asia, Grant is based in Japan, where he focuses on expanding the local market presence.
With a wealth of experience across banking, telecommunications, professional services, and government sectors, Grant is a commercially savvy leader known for his deep expertise in logistics and BPO. His ability to deliver practical, value-driven solutions is widely respected.
Grant is dedicated to sustainable growth, exploring new global markets, and leveraging our custom technology solutions to stand out in a competitive landscape
Siew Wee Wong
Finance Manager – Drake Business Logistics and Drake Business Logistics
Siew Wee is the Group Finance Manager, responsible for overseeing our group financial operations.
Siew Wee joined the team in April 2017 and is based in our Singapore Group Head Office. Siew Wee manages all areas of Group finance and analysis for the purpose of maximizing financial and operational performance. Prior to joining DBL-DBSA, Siew Wee was Assistant Accountant at a listed Oil & Gas organisation and mainly focused on group consolidation accounts.
Alex White
Group Commercial Manager
As Group Commercial Manager, Alex is responsible for developing, refining, and implementing Drake Business Services Asia’s extensive suite of solutions throughout the Asia-Pacific region.
Additionally, he ensures that all processes and frameworks are standardised across each country and aligned with industry best practice.
His career spans over ten years of expertise across bid management, proposal development, marketing, process improvement, and commercial modelling.
Further, Alex holds nearly a decade of experience within the Drake Group, commencing his career in Melbourne with Drake International before transferring to the Drake Business Services Asia group in Japan.
Based in Tokyo, Alex works closely with the Drake Business Services Asia management team throughout each region to improve business practices and develop impactful client solutions that deliver efficiency and value for money.
Mark Brightwell
Group IT Director
Mark is an experienced business leader and Director who creates a clear strategic view for businesses, establishing strong relationships with management teams to deliver outstanding returns to shareholders and service excellence to customers.
Mark has spent much of his 35-year career in the logistics and information management sectors in New Zealand, Australia and the United Kingdom. He also holds Executive Director and major shareholder positions in a number of businesses operating in the energy sector as well as bringing start up technologies to market.
In his current position with DBSA, Mark takes overall responsibility for the groups’ strategic IT initiatives (including our Digital Hub technology).
Kate Behar
Group Marketing Manager
As Group Marketing Manager, Kate leads the development and execution of the group’s marketing strategy, overseeing a dynamic team to ensure seamless delivery of initiatives aligned with regional business objectives, budgets, and timelines.
With over 15 years of global experience spanning multiple industries, Kate brings a wealth of expertise in both digital and traditional marketing. Her broad skill set enables her to drive strategic marketing initiatives that not only fuel business growth but also enhance brand visibility and market positioning. She is particularly passionate about fostering an environment where creativity thrives and every team member has the tools and confidence to contribute to the company’s success.
Based in Melbourne, Australia, Kate is focused on driving business success across all APAC markets, adapting strategies to local needs while ensuring global consistency. Beyond performance metrics, she is committed to positioning the company as an workplace of choice, enhancing recruitment efforts, and nurturing a positive, inclusive workplace culture where team members feel valued and empowered to grow within their roles.
Sameer Arora
Group Business Manager - Strategic Accounts
Sameer joined the team in 2020, located in our Sydney office. He has a strategic approach to directing successful engagements, with an acute track record of managing relationships and new business development.
Throughout his professional career, he has collaborated with the full spectrum of business stakeholders, leveraging these relationships to achieve business objectives.
His distinctive experience with board positions gives him a competitive edge when it comes to networking with both Government and Private sector entities.
His areas of expertise include business development, contract negotiations, event management, project management and commercial awareness, and team building and management.
Jehan Bastians
Solution Architect
Jehan Bastians has dedicated over two decades to transforming the Business IT sector, skillfully bridging the gap between advanced technology and practical business outcomes. His journey began at Suntel in Colombo—a wholly owned subsidiary of Telia of Sweden—where he immersed himself in IT solution design and implementation. This foundational role ignited his passion for crafting impactful technological solutions that drive growth and efficiency.
Embracing his entrepreneurial spirit, Jehan ventured into the realms of workflows and integrated document management by establishing his own business in Colombo. He designed and developed a groundbreaking workflow and Document Management System (DMS) platform, which is now a vital asset for multiple commercial banks and large corporations. This platform has transformed customer-facing processes and empowered employees by streamlining workflows and enhancing productivity.
Currently, Jehan serves as the Solutions Architect for Drake Business Logistics Australia and Drake Business Services Asia. In this role, he focuses on delivering innovative logistics and workflow solutions to clients across the Asia Pacific region. He is committed to understanding the unique challenges businesses face in this dynamic market and providing tailored solutions that drive operational excellence.
Jehan believes in the transformative power of technology when thoughtfully integrated into business strategies. His approach is holistic—ensuring that solutions not only meet technical requirements but also contribute to the broader business goals.
