With 15+ years of experience, Adhitya offers guidance to clients across the FMCG industries providing advice on opportunities and direction. His experiences spans across Foods, Beverages, Nicotine, Consumer Foodservice, and Channels.

He has delivered thought leadership content to clients and conferences including ITGA, World Tobacco Conferences. His insights have been widely quoted by various media agencies including CNBC, Asia One and Bloomberg.

PT. Perkebunan Nusantara 1 Regional 4 is a division of PT. Perkebunan Nusantara I (PTPN I), one of the state-owned enterprises in Indonesia focused on managing and developing agricultural plantations. PTPN I operates in various regions, and Regional 4 specifically manages the cultivation, production, and management of tobacco plantations.

Dwi Aprilla Sandi has been with PTPN since 2005, initially joining PTPN X. In January 2023, he was appointed as General Manager of PTPN 1 Regional 4 Tobacco Plantation. In this role, he is responsible for planning, organizing, controlling, and integrating all business processes to ensure the company's operations align with its vision and mission. Dwi is an expert in driving operational changes to revitalize, revamp, and guide teams. As a decisive leader and strategic planner, he specializes in Cigar Tobacco Plantation in Jember. A talented executive, he is committed to optimizing strategies and mindsets to surpass targets, with a strong track record of setting ambitious goals for Cigar Tobacco Plantation operations. He is well-versed in industry regulations and best practices. Dwi holds a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture from Universitas Negeri Jember, Indonesia.

Andry Satrio Nugroho brings 7 years of experience managing projects in the field of sustainable manufacturing, international trade, and public policy at the middle and top levels. He has a background in economics and development studies, with technical skills in data processing (Tableau and Stata), building economic models, and conducting data analysis using econometrics. He is an Indonesian based in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Hugo Azinheira is a seasoned professional in the industry with extensive experience in innovation, product development, and strategic management.

His career spans over two decades, starting as a trainee at Pechiney in 2003 and progressing through various roles at international companies such as Philip Morris International, Japan Tobacco International (JTI), Essentra and now, Filtrona.

Currently the Global Director of Innovation & ESG at Filtrona since 2023, Hugo brings a wealth of expertise in R&D leadership, product development and innovation, portfolio strategy and management, IP activities, and new product commercialisation.

As a speaker, Hugo has demonstrated his thought leadership by participating in many industry events. Hugo's unique blend of technical knowledge, business acumen, and global experience makes him a sought-after speaker for audiences interested in innovation, sustainability, and strategic business management.

MALBURO TOBACCO INTERNATIONAL was founded by Prince Yang Mulia Dato' Seri Paduka His Royal Highness Prof Dr Noor Zaman Khan through his extensive knowledge in tobacco regulation, building laboratory testing capacity and modern technology of tobacco industries.

He obtained Research in WHO (World Health Organization) record of achievment certificate and brought to tobacco industries to present and donate his highly professional experience with the international standard of WHO (World Health Organization) which have been scientifically proven and beneficial to tobacco industries, which was founded by mALBURO TOBACCO INTERNATIONAL is expanding diversification of located all over the countries and continues to grow.

After obtaining his MD, Ph.D doctor of medicine he started his career as a Physician & Cosmetologist, his royal highness achieve many awards from all of the world and he has a good relation with the world leaders.

Ismu Handoko is a businessman hailing from Bondowoso, specializing in the tobacco and spice industries. In 2014, he established PT Natobin Tobacco Indonesia as the initial step in launching his business. The development of his business was subsequently continued through the establishment of a limited partnership called CV. Natobin International. Then, in order to expand his business further, Ismu Handoko founded PT. Natobin Tobacco International in 2021. In the operation of his company, Ismu Handoko is assisted by his first, second, and third children, who hold positions on the board of directors and as commissioners of PT. Natobin Tobacco International.

Education
Ismu Handoko's education was primarily completed in Jember, starting from elementary school (SD) to junior high school (SMP) and finally high school (SMA). In 1994, Ismu Handoko made the decision to move to Bondowoso with the aim of pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration at Bondowoso University. Furthermore, prior to that, Ismu Handoko had already graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology from the Faculty of Computer Science. Subsequently, he continued his education at the Master's level, specializing in Management, and ultimately graduated with Summa Cum Laude honors in his Master's program at Muhammadiyah University in Jember.

Ismu Handoko began his career while pursuing his undergraduate studies at Bondowoso. In 1996, he worked at ASTRA International Honda Sales Operation and achieved recognition as the world's top salesperson, with a 500% increase in market share in 1997. Ismu Handoko, fueled by his entrepreneurial vision, made the decision to depart from Astra and establish his own company in the agricultural sector, primarily focusing on tobacco, cocoa, and cashew nuts. In connection with this endeavor, Ismu Handoko was appointed as the Chairman of the Bondowoso Cashew Traders Association by the Regent of Bondowoso.

On another front, Ismu Handoko also became a supplier of tobacco raw materials and fermented cocoa beans to IFF PT Essences Indonesia in 1997. Subsequently, in 2012, Ismu Handoko became the primary supplier of all types of tobacco raw materials to IFF.

With the goal of launching his own business in 2014, he founded a company named PT. Natobin Tobacco Indonesia. This was followed by the establishment of a limited partnership called CV. Natobin International. In order to further expand his business, Ismu Handoko subsequently established PT. Natobin Tobacco International in 2021. At present, Natobin has started diversifying its business into the reconstituted tobacco sector and nicotine extract production. Additionally, as a demonstration of corporate social responsibility, Natobin also formed the Natobin Foundation.

Working in tobacco since 1996, Henri started with helping his father who
worked as a supplier for Sampoerna. He is from a tobacco family: Almost
all his family members work in tobacco. Later he worked in various
national and multinational company and in positions from leaf to
managerial. In 2021 he set up his own company, namely PT Andalan Asia
Tembakau, with a focus on importing tobacco and selling locally and also
exporting Indonesian tobacco abroad.

Maaran Nadarajah, Innovation Director at Filtrona, brings over 25 years of tobacco and nicotine industry expertise to his role overseeing R&D and new product innovation. With a career spanning key positions at Philip Morris International and Imperial Brands PLC, Maaran has extensive experience in product design, category innovation, development, and commercialization across several categories in the industry. His global perspective and deep industry knowledge make him a leading authority on the development of new product categories.

I have been engaged in the Airlaid Industry since 1986 when I joined the airlaid division of Finnish paper company Rauma Repola as Sales Director. Two colleagues went on to found McAirlaid’s in 1997 and I was recruited in 2004. Since then I spent 10 years building our US business in Virginia until moving back to Europe in 2017 where I now take care of strategic commercial initiatives such as cigarette filters and our Global Key Accounts.

Michael has joined Beckhoff Automation since 2015. He is control system engineer and marketer with experience skill and knowledge by supporting EPC, system integrator, and end user. He is experienced in nationwide customers from various industries such as: F&B, tobacco, factory automation, building automation, entertainment automation, power, process, and oil and gas. He has an intermediate skill of programming in standard IEC 61131-3. He graduated from Tarumanagara University Jakarta, Indonesia majoring in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.

Since joining the International Tobacco Growers' Association (ITGA) in 2010, Spanish- born Mercedes Vázquez, accumulated a rather prominent profile in the tobacco sector thanks to her work travels to all corners of the world closely liaising with local growers and their institutions. This has made it possible for her to get close to the specific concerns and challenges growers are facing, as well as the common ones. In this process, Mercedes has reunited a vast knowledge of the sector as she has been part of the many and different activities developed by ITGA. Besides, Mercedes has also participated in International events all through these ten years. Before joining ITGA, Mercedes was a teacher and worked also in the leisure and tourism business. She is graduated in translation and interpretation, but her focus in the last ten years have been in the area of communication.

Flora hails from a small town in Andhra Pradesh, where her father Peter John Lazar worked for the Imperial Tobacco Company, now known as ITC. He also served in Africa for the Nigerian Tobacco Company in Ibadan and Zaria. Needless to say Flora comes from a traditional tobacco background.

After her studies, Flora started her career as a Receptionist, Telephone Operator, until she became an Executive Secretary. She has worked for a clothing manufacturer, a telecom company, British Airways, German Remedies, and the British Deputy High Commission in Chennai before moving on to Dubai.

On her return from Dubai after a 7 year stint, she joined the Royal Sun Alliance Insurance joint venture in Chennai. Later she shifted back to Guntur, Andhra pradesh to join the Standard Commercial Tobacco Company, later known as Alliance One. She retired from Alliance One and now lives in Chennai.

Flora is well known for her charitable works which is in its 25th year. She is the CSR Manager for Prestige Leaf in India since 2017 and is closely involved in many of their projects.

Hugo Azinheira is a seasoned professional in the industry with extensive experience in innovation, product development, and strategic management.

His career spans over two decades, starting as a trainee at Pechiney in 2003 and progressing through various roles at international companies such as Philip Morris International, Japan Tobacco International (JTI), Essentra and now, Filtrona.

Currently the Global Director of Innovation & ESG at Filtrona since 2023, Hugo brings a wealth of expertise in R&D leadership, product development and innovation, portfolio strategy and management, IP activities, and new product commercialisation.

As a speaker, Hugo has demonstrated his thought leadership by participating in many industry events. Hugo's unique blend of technical knowledge, business acumen, and global experience makes him a sought-after speaker for audiences interested in innovation, sustainability, and strategic business management.

Mr. Khan is a recognized expert in the harm reduction space with extensive experience in launching reduced-risk products for companies like Juul, British American Tobacco and LIX Innovations.

• Over 17 years' experience leading commercial growth and global rollouts

• Conceptualized and launched brands across Fortune 500 organizations in tobacco, vape, next-generation products, telecom, med-tech, CPG and fintech verticals

• Led the conceptualization and launch of LIX modern oral nicotine pouches which was acquired by ITG brands in June 2023

• Cofounded 4 startups in the med-tech, IoT and next-generation product space

Parlin Harbet is a seasoned marketing communication professional with a rich background in brand management, marketing strategies, andpublic relations. He holds a Master's degree in Corporate Marketing Communication from Mercu Buana University, where he also earned his Bachelor's degree in Advertising and Marketing Communication.

Parlin began his career in the travel and tourism industry, where he gained extensive experience in ticketing, tour operations, and customer relations. Over the years, he transitioned into the cosmetics and FMCG sectors, where he held various roles, including Brand Executive, Brand Manager, and Senior Brand Manager.

His work has spanned across several leading Indonesian companies, such as PT Gloria Origita Cosmetics, PT Fabindo Sejahtera, and PT NGT Internasional Indonesia. Currently, Parlin is working at one of the world's largest heat-not-burn tobacco companies as a Brand Manager and Marketing Manager. In this role, he handles brand activation,marketing, and sales, contributing to the company's globalpresence and market leadership. Throughout his career, Parlin has developed a reputation for his expertise in brand activation campaign development, and strategic planning.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Parlin has contributed to academic research, publishing studies on marketing strategies during the COVID-19 pandemic and the role of male make up artists in personal selling activities.

Shivam Bihani brings two decades of excellent aptitude in business strategy, financial analysis, product development and consumer satisfaction within the tobacco industry. Shivam earned an MBA in Finance and Operations from Vanderbilt University in the USA.

In 2019, he co-founded AVB International, driven by a resolute mission to provide tobacco free alternatives that delivers unmatched premium experience and satisfying products. Nestled within a state-of-the-art pharma grade manufacturing facility, with commitment that highlights his dedication to continuous innovation and consumer satisfaction.