Christopher Kristian
About Christopher Kristian
Christopher Kristian serves as the Co-Lead of the Indonesia Business Practice at KPMG Australia, specializing in strategic bids within the Energy & Natural Resources sector. He has extensive experience in various roles at KPMG and other organizations, facilitating connections between Australian and Indonesian businesses.
Work at KPMG Australia
Christopher Kristian currently holds the position of Co-Lead for the Indonesia Business Practice within the Asia & International Markets division at KPMG Australia. He has been in this role since 2021. Prior to this, he served in various capacities at KPMG, including Proposal Project Manager for Markets, Deals Tax & Legal, and Manager for Clients & Markets, Deals Tax & Legal. His experience at KPMG spans several years and includes a focus on strategic bids and pursuits in the Energy & Natural Resources sector.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Kristian earned a Bachelor's degree in Applied Finance from Macquarie University, where he studied from 2006 to 2009. His educational background supports his expertise in finance and business strategy. Additionally, he is an alumnus of the Asialink Leaders Program, which he completed in 2020, further enhancing his leadership skills and understanding of regional business dynamics.
Background
Before joining KPMG Australia, Christopher Kristian worked at Business Smart Solutions Pty Ltd as a Sales Administration Coordinator from 2013 to 2017. He also held a position at CommSec as a New Loans Margin Lending Officer from 2010 to 2013. His early career included a managerial role at McDonald's in 2010. Christopher has actively participated in the Australia Indonesia Business Council (AIBC) as a Committee Member for the NSW Chapter from 2019 to 2022, contributing to fostering business relations between Australia and Indonesia.
Achievements
Christopher Kristian has played a significant role in bridging Australian and Indonesian businesses, facilitating their entry and operations in each other's markets. His work at KPMG Australia, particularly in strategic bids and pursuits, highlights his contributions to the Energy & Natural Resources sector. His involvement with the AIBC further underscores his commitment to enhancing business collaboration between the two countries.