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According to reporting from Antara News, the Kura-Kura Bali Special Economic Zone (KEK) will serve as a catalyst for developing the digital semiconductor industry ecosystem,
Deputy for Economic Affairs of Bappenas, Amalia Adininggar Widyasanti, said on the sidelines of a visit to the N219 aircraft made by PT Dirgantara Indonesia
Bali’s tourism industry continues to dominate the island’s economy, which can be seen from the distribution of bank financing related to the tourism sector, according
Garuda TV are reporting that the Bali International Air Show (BIAS) 2024, the first international aerospace exhibition in the country for thirty years, will begin
According to reporting from Travel Trade Gazette (TTG) Asia, Bali’s proposed moratorium to temporarily halt the construction of new hotels and villas in Sarbagita (an acronym of
Jakarta Globe is reporting that Acting Governor, Sang Made Mahendra and Badung Regent, I Nyoman Giri Prasta, attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the Transit-Oriented Development
Speaking at the “MiCE TO MEET YOU 2024: Bali – Where Business Meets Paradise” event on Monday (2/9/24,) at the Black Stone Yacht Club in
According to reporting from Tempo, Indonesia’s Tourism and Creative Economy Minister, Sandiaga Uno, draws attention to the issue of tourism development being hampered by limited
Speaking virtually ahead of the 1st International Quality Tourism Conference (IQTC) on Wednesday (28/8/24,) Dessy Ruhati, Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy’s deputy for
Speaking in a panel discussion at the Bali Blockchain Summit 2024 at Dharma Negara Alaya in Denpasar on Tuesday (20/8/24,) chairman of the Indonesian Internet
Indonesia AirAsia has officially inaugurated a new international route connecting Denpasar to Cairns, Australia. This direct flight aims to enhance connectivity between Indonesia and the Tropical North
Speaking at a plenary session of the Bali DPRD on the 66th Anniversary of the province of Bali on Wednesday (14/8/24), Bali’s Acting Governor, Sang
Andrzej is Co-owner/ Founder and Director of Seven Stones Indonesia. He was born in the UK to Polish parents and has been living in Indonesia for more than 33-years. He is a skilled writer, trainer and marketer with a deep understanding of Indonesia and its many cultures after spending many years travelling across the archipelago from North Sumatra to Irian Jaya.
His experience covers Marketing, Branding, Advertising, Publishing, Real Estate and Training for 5-Star Hotels and Resorts in Bali and Jakarta, which has given him a passion for the customer experience. He’s a published author and a regular contributor to local and regional publications. His interests include conservation, eco-conscious initiatives, spirituality and motorcycles. Andrzej speaks English and Indonesian.
Terje is from Norway and has been living in Indonesia for over 20-years. He first came to Indonesia as a child and after earning his degree in Business Administration from the University of Agder in Norway, he moved to Indonesia in 1993, where he has worked in leading positions in education and the fitness/ wellness industries all over Indonesia including Jakarta, Banjarmasin, Medan and Bali.
He was Co-owner and CEO of the Paradise Property Group for 10-years and led the company to great success. He is now Co-owner/ Founder and Director of Seven Stones Indonesia offering market entry services for foreign investors, legal advice, sourcing of investments and in particular real estate investments. He has a soft spot for eco-friendly and socially sustainable projects and investments, while his personal business strengths are in property law, tourism trends, macroeconomics, Indonesian government and regulations. His personal interests are in sport, adventure, history and spiritual experiences.
Terje’s leadership, drive and knowledge are recognised across many industries and his unrivalled network of high level contacts in government and business spans the globe. He believes you do good and do well but always in that order. Terje speaks English, Indonesian and Norwegian.
Ridwan is one of Indonesia’s top executives with a long and illustrious career in the financial world. He holds several professional certifications including being a Certified Business Valuer (CBV) issued by the Australian Academy of Finance and Management; Broker-Dealer Representative (WPPE); and The Directorship Certification for Directors and Commissioners, issued by the Indonesian Institute of Commissioners and Directors.
His experience includes being the Managing Director at one of the top investment banking groups in the region, the Recapital Group, the CFO at State-owned enterprises in fishery industry and the CEO at Tanri Abeng & Son Holding. He’s also been an Independent Commissioner in several Financial Service companies and on the Audit and Risk Committee at Bank BTPN Tbk, Berau Coal Energy Tbk, Aetra Air Jakarta as well as working for Citibank, Bank Mandiri and HSBC. His last position was as CFO at PT Citra Putra Mandiri – OSO Group.
Ridwan has won a number of prestigious awards including the Best CFO Awards 2019 (Institute of Certified Management Accountant Australia-Indonesia); Asia Pacific Young Business Leader awarded by Asia 21 Network New York USA (Tokyo 2008); UK Alumni Business Awards 2008 awarded by the British Council; and The Most Inspiring Human Resources Practitioners’ version of Human Capital Magazine 2010.
He’s a member of the Board of Trustees of the Alumni Association of the Faculty of Law, Trisakti University, Co-Founder of the Paramadina Public Policy Institute and actively writes books, publications and articles in the mass media. He co-authored “Korupsi Mengorupsi Indonesia” in 2009, which helps those with an interest in understanding governance in Indonesia and the critical issue of corruption. Ridwan speaks Indonesian and English.
Per is the Managing Director of the Seven Stones Indonesia (SSI) Jakarta office and has more than 25-years’ experience in Indonesia, China, and Western Europe. He previously worked in senior management positions with Q-Free ASA, Siemens AG, and other companies in the telecom sector. Over the last six years, he has been the Chairman of the Indonesia-Norway Business Council (INBC) and recently become elected to be on the board of EuroCham Indonesia.
His most recent experience is within Intelligent Transport Solutions (ITS), Telecom, and other sectors within the Indonesian market. He is today through his position in SSI and by representing Norway Connect, promoting Nordic and European companies that would like to explore business opportunities in the Indonesian market. He’s also playing an active role to help create the Nordic House concept in Jakarta that will provide an excellent platform for Nordic companies entering Indonesia, where they’ll find a community that can offer support with trusted information and affordable services to enter this market.
