Google has promoted Elizabeth Fox to the helm of Google Customer Solutions (GCS) at Google Australia and New Zealand, a division of Google’s Global Business Organisation, focusing on the Small and Medium Business segment.

Formerly director of small business ad sales for APAC, Fox steps up into the role of GCS managing director after over a decade with Google.

She brings over 20 years of global work experience to the role, having previously led e-commerce and agency businesses in the US and Asia Pacific.

"There’s never been a more exciting time to be working in this space. Australian and New Zealand SMBs have shown great resilience navigating an increasingly dynamic environment, embracing new technologies and ways of working despite challenges. Google Customer Solutions has a unique opportunity to further empower these businesses with the best of Google, including our AI-powered advertising tools and rich customer insights, to help them achieve their goals. I'm looking forward to getting started, and contributing to their success," said Fox.