I’m pleased to host and moderate a conference focused on two of the most exciting & interesting aspects of my professional journey. Day 1 will be dedicated to crypto & derivative trading. Seven years ago, I started trading for myself, & five years ago, I began trading for clients. Since then, we’ve quintupled our investors’ money. Our CMFDH II fund has achieved a compounded annual return of 91%, despite our worst quarter posting an 8% loss. One of the unfortunate aspects of being a hedge fund manager is that only a handful of clients ever reach out directly. This conference is an excellent opportunity to engage with our investors and others interested in our niche expertise.

Our hope is that attendees will make meaningful connections. For those staying on for Day 3, it will be a day for networking, sports, & a bit of friendly competition. Activities will include a morning surf group, the Maximilian Golf Cup during the day, and the Maximilian Squash Cup for the “Type A” personalities who thrive on competition.
I hold a BA from Yale University and an MBA from UCLA. I’m passionate about derivative trading and deal-making, & I can’t wait to share this experience with all of you!

Rio Pasaribu is a Partner at Dentons HPRP with over 13 years of experience in capital markets, financial institutions, and private equity. He played a key role in Indonesia’s first structured warrant issuance, awarded “Equity Market Deal of the Year 2023,” and has advised on dozens of IPOs, M&As, rights issues, and billion-dollar bond deals.

His clients range from Bank Mandiri and Telkomsel to global insurers and venture funds. Rio is a frequent speaker on IPO readiness and OJK regulation, and was named an ALB Indonesia Rising Star in 2025

Josha Ponggawa is a Senior Associate at Dentons HPRP with deep expertise in venture capital, fintech, and crypto regulation. He has advised leading startups and multinational firms on digital asset compliance, Series A–F investments, and structuring market entry into Indonesia’s regulated fintech space. H

is work includes advising Gojek, UOB, and a multinational derivatives platform on complex legal frameworks. Josha holds an LL.M. and M.S. in Technology Management from Columbia University and is eligible for the New York Bar.

Robertus brings a wealth of financial expertise and a forward-thinking perspective to his role as host of this conference. With an impressive background that began as a Treasury Officer at PT Bank Mega, Tbk, Robertus quickly rose to prominence in the capital market industry. His experience includes serving as an Investment Strategist and Head of Research at leading firms such as Mirae Asset Sekuritas and Henan Sekuritas.

When I, Nicholas Levenstein, have had the pleasure of speaking to Robertus, it’s always interesting to find out how crypto intersects with humanity in Indonesia. My company uses it to move money to and from IDR instantly and cheaply – his firm Mobee enables our daily business. But then he got very busy before election day? Why was that? Let’s ask him about his wealth of experience.

David Breviglieri, a Consultant in CRM & Marketing Automation at Levenstein & Company, offers a blend of international experience and innovative marketing insights. An Italian native with professional stints in the US and Australia, David champions a minimalist, agile approach to marketing challenges. His philosophy emphasizes efficiency and creativity, making him a valuable asset in our dynamic, goal-driven environment.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.), BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, EMBRY-RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY

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