Education
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1979 - 1983
Harvard University
Anthropology | Bachelors
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1986 - 1988
The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
Operations Strategy | MBA
Experience
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2010 - Present
IR Advantage
CEO & Founder
launched and continue to drive the performance of a company delivering high-value Investor Relations outsourcing, advisory, IPO preparation, training, and executive search services to companies of any sizes across a diverse range of sectors. In my capacity, I…
»Played a key role in preparing clients to execute highly successful global IPOs within the commodity and natural resource sectors.
»Delivered expert training to internal stakeholders prior to and immediately post IPO and deliver effective strategies to position companies as unique propositions in competitive markets.
»Leveraged my extensive expertise to create/establish the Investor Relations organizations, functions, and procedures for newly listed, state-owned enterprises in the materials and transportation sectors.
»Have been instrumental in significantly improving value for a host of clients and their investors with an aggregate client market capitalization of nearly USD $4B+.Client sectors include natural resources, energy, agriculture, e-commerce, media, healthcare, transportation, infrastructure, private equity, and fintech.\
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2002 - 2010
Bank Mandiri
Senior Executive Vice President, Group Head - Head of Investor Relations
\I was a strategic partner to C-suite leaders with full ownership of strategy, execution, and management of the Investor Relations function. As such, I…
»Integral in preparing for and launching the Bank Mandiri IPO by establishing the Bank\’s Investor Relations functions and programs.
»Orchestrated all international media initiatives positioning the organization as the top bank in Indonesia.
»Relied upon as a key advisor by stakeholders throughout the global financial community to provide insights and guidance during the tremendous turmoil and challenges of the global financial crisis.
»Was the driving force behind a more than ten-fold increase in share price over my eight-year tenure with the Bank.
»Achieved a more than three-fold increase in P/B and P/E ratios\ -
1996 - 2002
HM Sampoerna
Director of Corporate Development
\I spearheaded corporate development initiatives and launched a powerful Investor Relations program that positioned the company as a high-value investment option across all ASEAN markets. Over my time with the organization, I…
»Succeeded in significantly enhancing the overall market perception of future earnings quality, business strategy, and regulatory risks by delivering comprehensive disclosure to achieve a re-rating of P/E and EV/EBITDA multiples relative to peers.
»Forged and cultivated powerful relationships with financial intermediaries, strategic partners, and internal stakeholders to create synergy across all corporate financial operations including the vital restructuring of a US $120M+ syndicated loan.
»Completed valuation and divestiture of a USD $100M+ subsidiary as well as feasibility studies and business plans for a USD $60M+ joint venture investment.\ -
1994 - 1996
Accenture
Senior Manager, Strategy
\I was brought in by clients across the region to consult on operations and manufacturing areas. As a consultant, I…
»Played a key role in helping companies increase management competency, develop organizational development strategies, and significantly improve operational effectiveness.
»Significantly expanded the scope and profitability of the Indonesian Strategy practice by converting a three-month exploratory strategy project into a three-year assignment with annual billings of USD $6M.\