Manager
Kenneth Ponggawa

Kenneth is an experienced business advisor with particular expertise in ICT and health policy. He supports companies to decipher the Indonesian political economy, formulate and execute tailored advocacy strategies, and manage engagement with government and non-government interlocutors. He advises BGA clients by pinpointing and mitigating policy risks as well as securing long-term partnerships with key government ministries.
A skilled and analytical writer, Kenneth also leads the development of major BGA research products on Indonesia. He works with colleagues to distil pertinent public policy topics into incisive, authoritative, and actionable assessments and briefings for business executives.
Prior to joining BGA, Kenneth was a corporate strategy consultant working with prominent Indonesian organizations in a variety of sectors, including banking, infrastructure and philanthropy.
Kenneth received his bachelor’s degree in politics and Southeast Asian studies from SOAS University of London, where he held a leadership position at its Indonesian Society.

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