Karel Martinus
About Karel Martinus
Karel Martinus is the CEO Office at Ajaib, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in advisory roles at PwC and experience in consulting and project management across various industries in Indonesia and Australia.
Work at Ajaib
Karel Martinus has been serving in the CEO Office at Ajaib since 2021. His role involves strategic oversight and leadership within the organization, contributing to Ajaib's mission of enhancing financial accessibility in Indonesia. His tenure at Ajaib has spanned three years, during which he has been instrumental in guiding the company's direction and operational strategies.
Previous Experience at PwC
Karel Martinus worked at PwC in various capacities. He began as a Vocational Employee in Deals Strategy and Operation (M&A) Advisory for two months in 2019 in Indonesia. He later served as an Associate in Deals Strategy for nine months in 2021, where he engaged in commercial due diligence and merger-benefit analysis for clients in the financial sector.
Educational Background
Karel Martinus studied at the University of Melbourne, where he achieved a Bachelor of Commerce with a focus on Actuarial Science from 2018 to 2020. His education provided him with a strong foundation in commerce and analytical skills, which he has applied throughout his career. He also attended Canisius College (Kolese Kanisius) for his senior high school education from 2014 to 2017.
Consulting and Project Involvement
During his career, Karel has been involved in various consulting projects. He worked as a Project Consultant at Study Melbourne for one month in 2019 and as a Consultant at 180 Degrees Consulting for ten months from 2019 to 2020. His projects included facilitating acquisitions, conducting market assessments, and assisting startups in securing funding through strategic initiatives.
Key Projects and Contributions
Karel Martinus has contributed to significant projects in the Indonesian market. He engaged with Indonesia's largest state-owned oil and gas enterprise for the acquisition of a TDAE refinery company, focusing on market assessment. Additionally, he developed a growth strategy for a major liquid bulk logistics player in Indonesia, aimed at doubling revenue over five years.