EGONOMICS: MARKETS RUN ON EGO

A seasoned executive, Dr. Alfred Boediman has led strategic reforms at the intersection of deep technology, finance, and sustainability, combining a strong academic foundation with extensive industry experience.

Alfred serves as an adjunct professor at the University of Chicago’s Asia campus. He is also an honorary professor at the Antai College of Economics and Management at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, where his work focuses on econophysics, cliodynamics, and the application of complex-systems thinking to financial and socioeconomic markets.

He is a graduate of Universitas Indonesia, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Rochester Institute of Technology, and the University of Chicago. His postdoctoral research explores derivatives and financial-exchange dynamics through neurostatistics and multilayered market-sentiment analysis. His broader academic interests include cognitive and socio-behavioral finance, machine learning, and nonlinear market behavior.

Beyond academia, Alfred is an angel investor in several well-known technology startups and an advisor to the Asian chapter of the University of Chicago Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship.

Outside his professional work, he enjoys motorcycling, archery, and cooking.

Dr. Raden Aswin Rahadi is an Assistant Professor at the School of Business and Management, Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB), specializing in financial risk management, investment strategy, and business consulting. With a doctorate in Management Science and professional certifications—including Certified Risk Management Professional (CRMP) and Certified Financial Risk Manager (CFRM, USA)—he combines academic expertise with practical business insight.

Alongside his academic career, he serves as a Partner at Jawara Partners, advising organizations on corporate strategy, risk assessment, financial restructuring, and ESG implementation. His more than 20 years of experience span consulting, academia, and real estate investment, including previous roles at leading organizations such as Northstar Pacific & Partners and PT LAPI ITB.

Dr. Rahadi has authored more than 300 publications, including books on private equity and venture capital in Southeast Asia. He also regularly contributes to forums on business risk and investment.

He is passionate about mentoring future leaders, advancing research in business analytics, and providing strategic guidance to organizations navigating complex financial and operational challenges.

Yudo Anggoro is a senior consultant, policy advisor, and executive educator specializing in public policy, strategic management, and economic development. He serves as Director of the Center for Policy and Public Management at the School of Business and Management, Institut Teknologi Bandung (SBM ITB), where he leads research, policy advisory, and executive education initiatives at the intersection of government, industry, and society.

A Fulbright Scholar, Yudo holds a Ph.D. in Public Policy from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, with concentrations in industrial policy and economic competitiveness. He also holds degrees in Industrial Engineering and Management Science from ITB.

His expertise spans economic competitiveness, industrial and infrastructure policy, strategic leadership, sustainability, and public-sector transformation. He advises government institutions, state-owned enterprises, and private organizations on strategy, governance, and risk management. He currently serves on the Risk Management and Business Development Committee of PT Perusahaan Gas Negara Tbk.

Yudo is also a frequent speaker at national and international forums on leadership, energy policy, and economic transformation. Outside his professional work, he enjoys traveling, trekking, and exploring emerging cultural and economic landscapes around the world.

Kurnia Fajar Afgani is an academic, management consultant, and risk management expert at the School of Business and Management, Institut Teknologi Bandung (SBM ITB), where he is a member of the Business Risk and Finance Interest Group.

He holds a Doctor of Science in Management (DSM) and an MBA from ITB, as well as a Bachelor of Business Administration from Parahyangan Catholic University. He also holds several professional certifications, including CWM, CRMP, CFRM, and CRP.

Kurnia’s expertise spans Islamic finance, financial risk management, and organizational resilience. As an active consultant to Indonesian state-owned enterprises, he specializes in measuring risk culture and assessing the Risk Maturity Index, helping organizations develop data-driven, risk-aware decision-making frameworks. He also conducts feasibility studies for large-scale investment projects.

Before entering academia, Kurnia held senior management positions in the banking sector, including at Bank BJB Syariah. This experience continues to shape his ability to translate financial theory into practical solutions for industry.

Gun Gun Indrayana is an investment and strategy professional with experience spanning consulting, portfolio management, and banking. His work focuses on strategic mergers and acquisitions, business transformation, and sustainability initiatives, including advisory engagements with state-owned enterprises and multinational corporations.

His academic background spans Pharmaceutical Sciences and Business and Finance. He also holds CRMP and MPM certifications, combining academic knowledge with practical experience in investment banking, corporate finance, and business development.

Alongside his professional career, Gun Gun is an entrepreneur in the pharmaceutical and blue economy sectors, with a strong interest in building sustainable, long-term, value-driven businesses. His broader interests include history, evolving business models, and emerging technologies.

In his spare time, he enjoys sightseeing, exploring new cultures, and building Gunpla models.

Danang Pangestu Gusti Bagaskara is an investment and strategy professional with experience spanning advisory, venture capital, and technology-driven projects. His work focuses on investment due diligence, valuation, capital raising, business transformation, and strategic decision-making across sectors including energy, infrastructure, finance, and digital technology.

His educational background includes graduate-level study in finance and an academic foundation in computer science. This combination allows him to integrate strong analytical capabilities with practical experience in corporate finance, portfolio strategy, quantitative analysis, and data-driven problem-solving.

Alongside his professional career, Danang has entrepreneurial experience in building and managing a long-established family business in the printing and graphic arts sector. His involvement covers business development, financial planning, and operational transformation.

His broader interests include investment strategy, evolving business models, and the intersection of finance and technology.