For A Better
Banking Sector
We support banks and financial authorities in the development of a sound, sustainable and competitive banking industry.
Our Vision
To empower Indonesia's banking sector with data-driven insights and innovative solutions that foster transparency, rigorous risk management, and sustainable growth.
Our Products and Services
Professional Services in Data and Software
We enable banks to fully leverage their software investments across balance sheet management, market risk, and liquidity risk reporting—transforming systems into powerful tools that strengthen risk management rigor, and improve the quality of regulatory reporting.
Risk Practices and Advisories
Boutique expertise in financial risk management. We help banks navigate complex regulatory requirements through practical, implementation-focused solutions—bridging regulatory expectations with real-world balance sheet management.
Industry Data & Analytics
Transforming publicly available banking data into structured insights that support benchmarking, peer analysis, and strategic decision-making. Industry Data & Analytics are delivered under our B-foresights brand.
BetterBankings at a Glance
Independent advisory and data platform for the banking sector
Expertise in prudential regulation, risk management, and software implementation
Indonesia-focused with regional reach
Led by senior practitioners with deep experience across capital markets, regulation, and risk
Trusted by banks, investors, and risk, treasury, and compliance professionals
The Leaders Behind BetterBankings
Driven by decades of expertise in finance, technology, and regulation — our founders bring unmatched depth to every solution.
Johanes W. Maslam
Director & CFO
A senior finance professional with over two decades of experience across investment banking, private equity, capital markets and corporate finance. He currently serves as Director and Co-founder of Better Bankings Indonesia, overseeing finance and legal matters. His career spans senior advisory and leadership roles at Capsquare Asia, ING, Pandawa Capital Advisors, and several other institutions.
Emil Bambang Sumirat
Director
A seasoned financial services and technology executive with over 30 years of experience across banking, capital markets, and IT. He co-founded Blu IQ Tech Pte. Ltd., a venture-backed marine tech company focused on sustainable fisheries. Previously, he served as Indonesia Country Director for FIS Global and held senior roles at IBM, Bank Central Asia, and multiple technology start-ups.