Verum have been an invaluable partner, practical, responsive, and consistently effective in solving complex accounting, compliance, and tax issues in Indonesia. They’re my first call for anything in this space, and I can’t recommend Yosephine and the team highly enough.
Tom Soulsby
PT Kalhonaaho
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ABOUT OUR COMPANY
We provide professional solutions to deliver safe & efficient projects
Verum is a boutique management consulting firm founded by 5 former C-Suite executives: Budi Legowo, Herwan Ng, Lodewijk Tanamal,
Prawira Atmadja and Yosephin Dewi.
The founders bring wealth of experience and expertise in auditing, business development, corporate governance, digital transformation,
finance, internal control, M&A, project management, risk management and strategy.
48
Satisfied Clients
100+
Total Years of Experience
5
Partners
FOUNDERS & Partners
Verum is founded to provide professional services based on their accumulated knowledge and experience in their fields
FINANCIAL ADVISORY
We support clients in value creation, deal strategies, finding target company/partner/lender, due diligence, company restructuring, merger, acquisition, divestment, valuation, and balance sheet optimization.
MANAGEMENT ADVISORY
We team up with clients to ensure compliance, improve financial reporting processes, develop internal control processes and related system implementation, and enhance company’s operation.
FRACTIONAL CxO AND EXPERT NETWORK
We offer services as fractional Chief (Financial/ Technology/ Information/ HR) Officer to support clients in addressing their fast-growing businesses.
PRINCIPALS
Abednedju Giovano Warani Sangkaeng
Abednedju Giovano Warani Sangkaeng, MM, MMA, MMRS, MBA, is an accomplished HR and corporate leader with over 30 years of experience managing human capital across diverse industries, including steel manufacturing, healthcare, agribusiness, and fast-moving consumer goods. Having served as President Director and HR Director at top companies like PT Garuda Yamato Steel and Gunung Steel Group, he has spearheaded transformational initiatives that have driven organizational growth, corporate governance, and workforce development. Abednedju holds an MBA from Peking University Graduate School, a Master's in Management and Hospital Management from Universitas Pelita Harapan, a Master's in Agribusiness from Bogor Agricultural University, and a Bachelor's in Business Education from Jakarta State University. In Verum, Abednedju is leveraging his expertise in strategic HR, change management, and corporate transformation to support businesses in achieving sustainable success.
Calvin Widjaja
Calvin brings over 30 years of extensive experience working across multinational corporations, with assignments in Indonesia, Switzerland, and Greater China. He began his career in Information Systems, where he led a successful SAP implementation at Nestlé Indonesia. Transitioning to Supply Chain, Calvin spearheaded numerous key initiatives and transformations across Procurement, Demand and Supply Planning, Logistics, Warehouse Transportation, Order to Cash, Distribution Network Redesign, and LEAN Value Stream management. During his tenure at Nestlé, Calvin held key leadership positions, serving as Director of Nestlé Trading Indonesia and Supply Chain Director of Nestlé Indonesia. In addition to his full-time role, he also served as Vice Chairman/ Board of Director at Association of Priority Lane Company (APJP).Calvin also served as an Advisor for Strategic Operations at the Indonesia Investment Authority (INA), Indonesia Sovereign Wealth Fund, where he focused on Value Creation and Business Transformation of INA's portfolio. Additionally, he actively mentors startup entrepreneurs through the Endeavor Mentoring Program. Calvin holds a Master of Business Administration degree in General Management from IPMI International Business School and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Bina Nusantara University.
Firzie Firdaus
Firzie Firdaus is a seasoned legal and compliance professional with over 20 years of experience in the financial services and legal consulting industries. With a strong foundation in international business law and certifications in risk governance and data protection, Firzie has built a reputation for navigating complex regulatory landscapes, leading corporate transformations, and driving compliance excellence. He has held senior leadership roles at global firms including Marsh McLennan, PT Central Asia Financial (Salim Group) and Thamrin Rachman Law Firm, where he spearheaded initiatives in MA, regulatory advisory, data privacy, and corporate governance. Firzie now advises clients on strategic legal matters, risk management, and regulatory compliance, helping businesses thrive in dynamic markets. Firzie holds a Master of Laws (LL.M) from The University of Manchester and a Bachelor of Laws from Trisakti University. He is also a Certified Risk Governance Professional (CRGP) and Certified Data Protection Officer (CDPO).
Emanuel Eko Haryanto
An occupational safety and health practitioner and national level lecturer with more than 18 years of work experience in managing company operations to ensure a safe workplace and avoid work accidents. Holds key positions in several multinational companies such as BASF Indonesia, Henkel Indonesia and Frisian Flag Indonesia. In 2022 he listed as 1 of 100 Indonesian Work Safety figures by WSO Indonesia. More than thousands of times providing training, both certification from the Ministry of Manpower or the National Professional Certification Agency (BNSP) or non-certification for various companies and government agencies. Also registered as a BNSP assessor and assisting in many consultations to prepare companies in preparing the ISO integration system. Has a bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering from Gadjah Mada University (UGM) and a master's degree in Environmental Engineering from the Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB).
Volker Bromund
Volker is a seasoned expert in financing solutions for capital investments in equipment and infrastructure projects. His expertise spans Export Credit Finance (ECA), leasing structures, supplier credit arrangements, bank loans, and other tailored instruments designed to support complex investment needs. With over 20 years of experience in government advisory, Volker has played a pivotal role in shaping energy transition finance and designing national programs for energy efficiency and renewable energy. His work has been commissioned by leading international institutions including GIZ Germany, KfW Germany, the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), the UK Climate Change Unit (UKCCU), and NIRAS, among others. Volker has been deeply engaged in Indonesia’s financial and development landscape for more than 25 years, beginning with his leadership of Deutsche Bank’s Corporate Banking division in the late 1990s. His long-standing presence and cross-sectoral insight make him a trusted advisor for both public and private sector initiatives across the region.
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