Francine Hoo
14 July, 2025
Francine is a Director and Head of mid-market AI enablement, focusing on responsible use of AI....
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Ronald Meketa
8 July, 2025
Mr Meketa is currently the Managing Director of the National Energy Authority, the National Focal Point of PNG to the APEC Energy Working Group, National Focal Point of PNG to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), National Focal Point of PNG to the International Solar Alliance (ISA), PNG Focal Point to the Global Geothermal Energy Alliance (GGEA), PNG Focal Point to the World Green Economic Organisation (WGEO) and chair of the Pacific Senior Energy Officials meeting (SOM)....
Ivan Fong
26 June, 2025
Ivan was appointed CEO of Fiji’s Amalgamated Telecom Holdings, the SPX-lisetd holding company for several regional telecommunications businesses, including Vodafone Fiji, Vodafone PNG, Telecom Fiji and FINTEL, in July 2023....
Daniel Faunt
26 June, 2025
Daniel has been BSP’s Group General Manger Retail Banking since December 2020. He joined BSP in 2016 as General Manager Pacific Markets. Prior to joining BSP, Daniel worked for 20 years at ANZ and held Senior Executive roles in the Banking and Finance Industry across Australia, PNG and the Pacific Markets including over 15 years in corporate and commercial banking....
Sunil Pokharel
18 June, 2025
Sunil is a seasoned banking executive with over 34 years of leadership experience across commercial and development banking, including 20 years with Standard Chartered Bank. He is currently the Chief Executive Officer of TISA Bank Limited, where he is leading the institution’s transformation into Papua New Guinea’s newest full-service commercial bank. Sunil has successfully steered organisations through complex transitions in emerging markets, with a strong focus on institutional governance, inclusive growth, and long-term value creation. He brings deep expertise in infrastructure and green financing—particularly in the hydropower sector—alongside a strong background in structured finance and institutional leadership across emerging markets. A firm believer in inclusive, purpose-driven banking, Sunil is committed to expanding financial access and driving sustainable development through strategic partnerships and responsible banking...
Chris Daniells
4 June, 2025
Appointed Steamships Limited Managing Director in 1st July 2024, Chris was previously the Managing Director of Swire Projects and has over 25 years experience in the shipping industry....
Isikeli Taureka
3 June, 2025
Isikeli is CEO of Turra Limited, a newly-established EPC entity jointly owned by two of PNG's most established landowner companies, Hides Gas Development Corporation and Laba Holdings Limited. Prior to joining Turra, he was CEO of Laba Holdings and, prior to that, Managing Director of Kumul Consolidated Holdings, the shareholder and trustee of PNG's state-owned enterprises. One of PNG's most experienced and respected executives, Isikeli has extensive experience in the resources sector, having held management and board positions with Newcrest Mining PNG, InterOil Corporation and several Chevron Corporation businesses in PNG, Australia and south-east Asia . He is former Chairman of PNG's second-largest bank, Kina Bank. During his tenure, he led the bank in acquiring ANZ Bank retail business in PNG. He has also...
Sohrab Rafiq
21 August, 2024
Sohrab has been the International Monetary Fund's Resident Representative in PNG since 2023, following the IMF's granting of an US$918 million Extended Credit Facility and Extended Fund Facility for Papua New Guinea....
Mohinesh Prasad
31 July, 2024
Mohinesh Prasad is a dynamic and results-oriented professional with over 16 years of extensive experience in the energy industry across international markets. Currently serving as the Head of Green Finance Centre for Papua New Guinea, Mohinesh is at the forefront of driving strategic initiatives in sustainable finance. His expertise spans business management, strategic market expansion, innovative sales operations, and the development and implementation of sustainable energy solutions. Mohinesh has a proven track record of leading and managing large-scale projects with a a strong focus on de-carbonization and developing business solutions for B2G and B2B customers. Mohinesh has been instrumental in driving investment opportunities and develop strategic plans which has been key to his success in the energy sector and project development. Representing...
Sarimu Kanu
24 July, 2024
Sarimu Kanu was appointed Managing Director of Kumul Minerals Holdings Limited in January 2023. Mr Kanu is an experienced General Manager with a demonstrated history of over 30 years working in the mining industry in Papua New Guinea. Skilled in Mining Operations Management with high level experience in Gold, Copper, Nickel and Cobalt Mines, Mr Kanu has held senior roles with many major Mining projects. Prior to his appointment with KMH, Mr Kanu was Country Manager with Frieda River Limited / Pan Aust from 2022 and Mine General Manager for Ramu Nico Management (MCC) Limited since 2014. Mr Kanu is a strong engineering professional with a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) focused in Mining and Mineral Engineering from Western Australian School of Mines, Curtin...