Our Partners

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We’re building global partnerships with strategic businesses and organisations that see the potential in investing in Indonesia's future.

We’re proud to be associated with select businesses, groups and organizations to be able to provide you with better products, services, information and experiences. You can learn more about our partners by clicking on their logo.

Bali Bustle
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Bali Bustle, a provider of co-living and co-working spaces is dedicated to cultivating a cohesive nomad community. With five branches already established, we’re all about making life easy for digital nomads, remote workers, and go-getter entrepreneurs. Our communal co-working spaces cater to their working needs, fostering a vibrant and collaborative environment. We strive to bring people together through our creatively designed space, providing them the opportunity to have fun and connect with others members Welcome to Bali Bustle where life, work and connection come together effortlessly! Visit Bali Bustle site by clicking here.
PUCO Rooftop
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PUCO Rooftop presents a noteworthy and modern advancement in the #WorkLifeBalance movement in Canggu, Bali. It serves as an ideal venue for Co-Working, Co-Living, and Lounge experiences, embodying the distinctiveness of an infinite mindset. Our vision and mission revolve around fostering a space where customers can engage in creativity, work collaboratively, and thrive in a conducive environment that enhances productivity, ultimately contributing to the establishment of a sustainable community. Click here to find out more.
Invest Indonesia
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Invest Indonesia is a news site that shares news about Indonesia’s business and growth, a mixture of financial, political and investment news. Through Invest Indonesia we aim to support businesses and communities throughout Indonesia with up-to-date news, information and resources so doing business is more efficient, effective and empowering. We can do this because we have a deep knowledge of the market, government systems and agencies, idiosyncrasies and dynamics of the local business world, as well as through insightful discussion and analysis. We also have a directory page that we can offer to companies and businesses in Indonesia. Visit Invest Indonesia site by clicking here.

Bali Expat
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BaliExpat.com is a lifestyle news site that is social and community oriented based around Bali and also Indonesia in general. Through BaliExpat.com we want to help both expats and locals that aim to create business entities that have a positive impact on local communities – from starting a new business to buying a second home in paradise. The site shares news related to community activities, new policies and regulations, lifestyle writings such as new restaurants and overall feel-good news. The site is open for inspiring and experienced writers to contribute as Guest Writer. The site on the process of building the Directory Page for businesses in Bali and other parts of Indonesia. Click here to visit BaliExpat.com.

Expat Indonesia
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Expat Indonesia is media site that focuses on giving an up to date news to the expats community and locals for in-depth insights into Indonesia. We are a team of dedicated journalists and writers committed to providing our readers with the latest news and information on a wide range of topics regarding Indonesia. From breaking news to in-depth analysis and commentary, we strive to deliver high-quality content that informs and engages our audience. Whether it’s business, sports, entertainment, or technology, we are committed to providing comprehensive coverage and insightful perspectives. We also believe in the power of community and strive to create a platform where readers can come together to share ideas, engage in discussions and stay informed on the issues that matter to them. They can do this by sending their piece of writings to our team in “Write for Us” section. You can visit Expat Indonesia here.

PT EFBA Digital Mulia
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PT EFBA Digital Mulia is a business consulting service company that is committed to providing professional assistance and business management services. Established in 2013, the company has experience handling, managing and developing a business in various industries from small to medium sizes with national and international scale corporations. Their vision is to help national business actors in developing businesses in various fields that can compete in global trade. Visit PT EFBA Digital Mulia by clicking here.
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Seven Stones Finland
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Seven Stones Finland, in collaboration with Seven Stones Indonesia, assists Finnish companies, innovations, and technologies in entering Indonesia and businesses to grow and find new markets. Our mission is to support value creation for Finnish and Indonesian trade and cooperation. Visit SSF by clicking here (www.sevenstonesfinland.com)

seven stones finland
Palm View Properties
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Palm View Properties is a boutique property investment and business services company that has the goal of demystifying and simplifying Indonesia’s complicated real estate sector for investors. We provide a range of property and business services, including PT.PMA setups, all types of visas and KITAS as well as Tax Consulting and property-legal services. Our vision in short is to provide foreign and local investors with a safe, secure and simplified platform to realize their dream of acquiring property on a tropical island.
Logo Palm View Properties
PT Multidaya Akuakultur Indonesia (PT MAI)
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In November 2021 PT MAI was formed. PT MAI is engaged in trading, hatchery, cultivation, processing, and consulting. PT MAI cooperates with several companies owned by national MAI members. Seven Stones Indonesia and PT MAI agreed in principle to establish their partnership and cooperate in their efforts to build and develop Indonesia’s aquaculture business.
Logo MAI - Multidaya Akuakultur Indonesia
Protectoria Venture AS
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Protectoria Venture AS is a Norwegian company, which provides cloud based digital identity infrastructure services, including open standard, user-centric and interoperable decentralised digital identities, authentication and signature services to the market through partners. They pursue a global growth strategy with the powerful objective of empowering people on all continents to become sovereign citizens.
Logo Protectoria
PINA Center for Creative Financing
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PINA Center for Creative Financing is a legal entity engaged in financial advisory services and investment management and is a “Global Local Company” that builds and develops the bridges to collaborate between foreign partners and Indonesian opportunities. The company began as a government investment facilitation unit following President Jokowi’s direction on the importance of “creative financing” to attract Foreign Direct Investment. Now they have transformed from a government unit into a fully private company, while retaining strong government ties. PINA Center for Creative Financing is currently working on various projects involving both private and government related sectors and involved with strategic and financial investors, start-up companies, and other interesting and bankable opportunities that may suit Seven Stones Indonesia’s appetite and vice versa.
Logo PINA
Masyarakat Akuakultur Indonesia (MAI)
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Masyarakat Akuakultur Indonesia (MAI) was created in 2001 and its membership consists of a professional aquaculture organization, which currently has more than 1,400 members spread all over Indonesia. MAI has appeal for aquaculture people as a platform for communication and unity from various aquaculture professions, such as academics, researchers, practitioners, bureaucrats and aquaculture lovers and provides a platform for its members to share knowledge and information with those who have the same interests and concerns as MAI. Seven Stones Indonesia and Masyarakat Akuakultur Indonesia agreed in principle to set up a partnership and cooperate in their efforts to build and develop Indonesia’s aquaculture business.
Logo PT MAI - Masyarakat Akuakultur Indonesia
PT Pembangunan Sulteng
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PT Pembangunan Sulteng is a business entity currently wholly-owned by the Central Sulawesi Government in the form of a Limited Liability Company, organized under the laws of Indonesia and mandated under the regional government regulation (PERDA) to enter various businesses among others in fisheries, farming and other agrobusinesses, energy, mining, property, trading, services, education, transportation and tourism. Visit PT Pembangunan Sulteng by clicking here
Logo PT Pembangunan Sulteng
PT Bintang Tirta Semesta
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PT Bintang Tirta Semesta is a company specializing in the marine and fisheries sector and together with PT Seven Stones Indonesia they have arranged for the management of capital to provide fishing vessels to operate in the territory of the Republic of Indonesia within the Indonesian Exclusive Economic Zone (IEEZ) which is the sixth largest such Exclusive Economic Zone in the world. Visit PT Bintang Tirta Semesta by clicking here
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Norway Connect
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Norway Connect assists Norwegian companies with successful entry into countries in Southeast Asia, working closely with Innovation Norway, the local Chambers of Commerce and the Royal Norwegian Embassies in countries where they are present. Their mission is to support value creation for Norwegian businesses in Asia. Visit Norway Connect by clicking here.
Logo Norway Connect
AP5I
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AP5I (Asosiasi Pengusaha Pengolahan dan Pemasaran Produk Perikanan ) is a forum for entrepreneurs and professional associations in the field of processing, production and marketing of fishery products. Their vision is to build the Indonesian fishery products processing industry to be able to compete and thrive in the global marketplace. Visit AP5I by clicking here
Logo AP51
Nordic Council Indonesia
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Born in Bali, Nordic Council Indonesia (NCI) is a collaborative group of professionals working with both foreign and domestic partners to encourage innovative business and social investment that have a positive impact on Indonesia. NCI is the bridge connecting Nordic investments, innovation and expertise with Indonesia’s potential and resources by providing access to both business and government networks including those that inspire eco-conscious, community and educational development. Visit Nordic Council Indonesia by clicking here.

Logo Nordic Council
Innovation Norway
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Innovation Norway is the Norwegian government’s official trade representative abroad, aiming to assist Norwegian businesses grow and find new markets. It is the Norwegian government’s most important instrument for innovation and development of Norwegian enterprises and industry, supporting companies in developing their competitive advantage and to enhance innovation. Visit Innovation Norway by clicking here.
Logo Innovation Norway
PT Lundin
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PT Lundin is an international boat company specialized in building craft for military, law enforcement, SAR, commercial, and high-performance applications with the latest high-tech composite construction techniques.

The area of cooperation will cover, amongst other things, introducing the latest technology to the Maritime Sector for the fishing industry and new advanced electric boats to commercial markets in Indonesia.

Together PT Lundin, Norway Connect and Seven Stones Indonesia will produce preliminary feasibility studies and conceptual designs for any kind of vessels that operate in Indonesian waters, as well as assist clients with financial support and to explore the potential of local or foreign investment. Visit PT Lundin by clicking here

Logo PT Lundin
Perkumpulan Gerakan OK OCE
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Perkumpulan Gerakan OK OCE is an association based on the populist economic movements and social care which is focused on giving birth to new entrepreneurs in order to create jobs by fostering, guiding and assisting members through the 7 (seven) TOP (OK OCE Prima Stages) programme, by organizing Registration, Training, Assistance, Licensing, Marketing, Financial Reporting and/ or Access to capital activities. Visit OK OCE by clicking here.
Logo Oke Oce

Mark E. Shipman

Consultant Corporate

Mark embarked upon a career in the Australian corporate sector garnering extensive experience in the development of corporate, strategic, business planning, human resources, industrial relations, community development and trade facilitation in agricultural and community enterprises and private and government organisations across a comprehensive range of industry sectors. He studied at Doctorate level investigating Chaos and Complexity theory as a platform for interpreting responses to the effects of globalisation on business and communities, and in the design of organisational and learning and development responses.

Fifteen years ago, after a brief sabbatical, he studied law. Completing a 5-year degree program in 3 years, he was admitted into the Western Australian jurisdiction in March 2013. His interests include Employment law, Maritime Law, International Public Law, Arbitration, World Trade Organisation Law, Indonesian Law and Advocacy.

In 2013 he was awarded Professional Certificate in Arbitration from Adelaide University and is eligible for membership of both Institute of Arbitrators and Mediators Australia and Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.

Marks Indonesian connection

In addition to the above Mark has enjoyed a long private career in Indonesian/Australian trade as the founder of ITMA. In1988 Mark entered a commercial relationship. Wahyu Mulyo Group, a privately held Industrial group in Surabaya. He later became an integral part in this large family-owned firm. It was during this period Mark unparalleled gained understanding of the Indonesian legal and commercial jurisdictions.

After moving to Bali in 2019 Mark joined Seven Stones Indonesia (SSI) as a Consultant. Upon his return from Australia following Covid, he has accepted an appointment as a Director of SSI and heads up the Legal Division.

With extensive experience in international commerce both with clients from both in common law and civil law jurisdictions Marks provide legal support to Indonesia’s growing international foreign investment community.

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Announcement

VOA LIST EXPANSION

Who can apply for VOA:

  1. South Africa
  2. The United States of America
  3. Saudi Arabia
  4. Argentina
  5. Australia
  6. Austria
  7. Bahrain
  8. Netherland
  9. Belarus
  10. Belgium
  11. Bosnia Herzegovina
  12. Brazil
  13. Brunei Darussalam
  14. Bulgaria
  15. Czech
  16. Denmark
  17. Estonia
  18. Philipines
  19. Finland
  20. Hong Kong
  21. Hungary
  22. India
  23. The United Kingdom
  24. Ireland
  25. Italy
  26. Japan
  27. Germany
  28. Cambodia
  29. Canada
  30. South Korea
  31. Croatia
  32. Kuwait
  33. Laos
  34. Latvia
  35. Lithuania
  36. Luxembourg
  37. Malaysia
  38. Malta
  39. Morocco
  40. Mexico
  41. Egypt
  42. Myanmar
  43. Norway
  44. Oman
  45. France
  46. Peru
  47. Poland
  48. Portugal
  49. Qatar
  50. Romania
  51. Russia
  52. New Zealand
  53. Serbia
  54. Seychelles
  55. Singapore
  56. Cyprus
  57. Slovakia
  58. Slovenia
  59. Spain
  60. Sweden
  61. Switzerland
  62. Taiwan
  63. Thailand
  64. Timor Leste
  65. China
  66. Tunisia
  67. Turkiye
  68. The United Arab Emirates
  69. Ukraina
  70. Vietnam
  71. Jordan
  72. Greece
  73. Columbia
  74. Maldives
  75. Monaco

Please find below details of the latest immigration regulations:

Onshore Visas:
Single Entry Visitor Visas (B211A, B211B and B211C) issued after 16 April 2022, for both 60-days, can no longer be extended and you’ll need to apply for a new onshore visa, which we can process for IDR 4,500,000.

Single Entry Visitor Visas (B211A, B211B and B211C) issued before 16 April 2022, can be extended one more time for an additional 60-days. After the 60-days, you’ll need to apply for a new onshore visa. We can process this one time extension for IDR 2,500,000/ person and a new visa for IDR 4,500,000.

Offshore Visas:

Your visa validity begins from the date of your arrival in Indonesia if you’re using the Denpasar Immigration Office.

And if you’re using the Ngurah Rai Immigration Office, your visa validity begins from the date your E-Visa was issued.

If arrival was before April 16 2022, the visa can be extended just one more time and is then valid for an additional 60-days. We can process this one time extension for IDR 2,500,000/ person.

Please note the visa cannot be extended more than one time but you can apply for a new onshore visa, which we can process for IDR 4,500,000.

If arrival was after April 16, 2022 the visa cannot be extended but you can apply for a new onshore visa, which we can process for IDR 4,500,000.

Visas on Arrival (VOA) can only be granted a one-time extension for 30-days, which we can process for IDR 950,000.

Please note this information was correct at the time of publication and may change without prior notice. Seven Stones Indonesia is not responsible for any updates and changes to these regulations.

Per Fredrik Ecker

Managing Director of Seven Stones Indonesia, Jakarta

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.

Andrzej Barski

Director of Seven Stones Indonesia

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 H. Nilsen

Director of Seven Stones Indonesia

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.

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Ridwan Jasin Zachrie

CFO of Seven Stones Indonesia, Jakarta

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.

Contact Our Consultants

Ridwan Jasin Zachrie

CFO of Seven Stones Indonesia, Jakarta

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 Fredrik Ecker

Managing Director of Seven Stones Indonesia, Jakarta

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.

Andrzej Barski

Director of Seven Stones Indonesia

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 H. Nilsen

Director of Seven Stones Indonesia

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.

Contact Our Consultants

Ridwan Jasin Zachrie

CFO of Seven Stones Indonesia, Jakarta

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 Fredrik Ecker

Managing Director of Seven Stones Indonesia, Jakarta

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.

Andrzej Barski

Director of Seven Stones Indonesia

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 H. Nilsen

Director of Seven Stones Indonesia

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.

Contact Our Consultants

Ridwan Jasin Zachrie

CFO of Seven Stones Indonesia, Jakarta

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 Fredrik Ecker

Managing Director of Seven Stones Indonesia, Jakarta

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.

Andrzej Barski

Director of Seven Stones Indonesia

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 H. Nilsen

Director of Seven Stones Indonesia

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.

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Ridwan Jasin Zachrie

CFO of Seven Stones Indonesia, Jakarta

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 Fredrik Ecker

Managing Director of Seven Stones Indonesia, Jakarta

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.

Andrzej Barski

Director of Seven Stones Indonesia

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 H. Nilsen

Director of Seven Stones Indonesia

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.

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Andrzej Barski

Director of Seven Stones Indonesia

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 H. Nilsen

Director of Seven Stones Indonesia

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 Jasin Zachrie

CFO of Seven Stones Indonesia, Jakarta

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 Fredrik Ecker

Managing Director of Seven Stones Indonesia, Jakarta

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.

Ridwan Jasin Zachrie

CFO of Seven Stones Indonesia, Jakarta

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 Fredrik Ecker

Managing Director of Seven Stones Indonesia, Jakarta

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.

Andrzej Barski

Director of Seven Stones Indonesia

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 H. Nilsen

Director of Seven Stones Indonesia

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.