Alejandro Osorio on market potential
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“Vietnam is a very key market for us because of the business potential for the future, the fastest growing economy in Southeast Asia, huge young population that's mobile first, and a growing middle class.”
On , Alejandro Osorio, Managing Director of Vietnam Office at Grab Holdings, spoke about market potential during CEO Grab VN nói về bài toán cân bằng lợi ích của người dùng và đối tác on Z.Studio.
About Alejandro Osorio
Alejandro Osorio, Managing Director of Grab's Vietnam office, has discussed the company's focus on long-term profitability and adapting to market conditions. In a September 2023 interview, he stated that Grab is "trying to build a company that's here for the long term" and driving toward profitability as a way to continue serving users. He noted that affordability is a priority, citing the launch of a subscription plan called Grab Unlimited to offer discounts and drive loyalty. Osorio also addressed the company's approach to electric vehicles, saying Grab is running pilots to understand the value of EVs and the challenges driver partners face, while waiting for more charging infrastructure and affordable options to emerge. He described Vietnam as a "very key market" due to its economic growth, young population, and growing middle class. In a September 2021 interview as Country Head of Grab Thailand, Osorio emphasized adaptability during the COVID-19 pandemic. He said that when the transport business was nearly eliminated by lockdowns, the company re-channeled resources into launching GrabMart for essential home deliveries and getting merchants onto the platform faster. He noted that Grab launched a service called Grab Curfew for essential rides beyond curfew hours)Skip. Osorio stated that the company learned to "build the pandemic into our daily lives" and remain adaptable to new regulations and restrictions, adding that "adaptability really is key and also some patience."