The Australia Indonesia Investment Dialogue conveners are proven leaders with a deep experience of business and government from Australian and Indonesian.
Eamonn Fitzpatrick
Eamonn Fitzpatrick is one of Australia’s leading public affairs professionals and has advised some of the world’s biggest brands including Google and UNICEF. Eamonn began his career as a newspaper journalist and later, served as senior press secretary to Prime Ministers Julia Gillard and Kevin Rudd.
Fitzpatrick & Co Advisory works with corporate clients, and ASEAN governments on how to position globally as competitive investment destinations. He serves on the committee of the Australian Indonesia Business Council (NSW) and continues to be a delegate to some of the world’s biggest business and investment forums including APEC, B20 and the Asian Financial Forum.
George Iwan Marantika
George Iwan Marantika is one of Indonesia’s leading international business advisors and is a key figure behind the nation’s global trade ties in an official capacity with KADIN as head of their bilateral ties with major trading nations.
His expertise and network spans business, government and the military in Indonesia, helping our clients navigate Indonesia’s complex commercial landscape.
George remains a trusted adviser to many of Indonesia’s business elite, including those who have key roles in the new Indonesian Government.
Jack Allen
Jack has years of experience across politics, financial services, trade, and the law. Prior to commencing practice as a superannuation-focussed lawyer, Jack worked with the Super Members Council (formerly Industry Super Australia), contributing to significant sectoral reforms.
He maintains strong personal and professional ties with Indonesia. Fluent in Bahasa, an Affiliate of Monash University’s Herb Feith Indonesian Engagement Centre, and Vice Chair of the Australia Indonesia Business Council’s Victorian Committee, Jack has also had articles on Australia-Indonesia relations published in peer reviewed journals.