Supporting businesses with corporate structuring, tax governance, regulatory compliance, and immigration advisory required to establish and operate in Indonesia.
PT Trident Treehouse Consultancy was established in 2023 through the merger of two business consulting firms, Trident and Treehouse.
The merger combined complementary expertise in corporate advisory, tax compliance, and regulatory support—creating a unified firm dedicated to helping businesses operate in Indonesia.
Today, Trident Treehouse supports 150+ corporate and private clients across multiple industries, providing structured advisory services that help companies establish, operate, and maintain compliant business operations.
With offices in Jakarta and Bali, and the launch of Trident Treehouse Singapore Pte. Ltd. in 2026, the firm continues expanding its regional presence to support businesses operating across Southeast Asia.
Trident Treehouse is led by advisors with extensive experience supporting businesses navigating Indonesia’s regulatory and operational landscape.
The firm believes effective advisory requires more than technical expertise. Businesses need advisors who understand their strategic objectives and can support them throughout every stage of their operations.
For this reason, Trident Treehouse focuses on building long-term client partnerships rather than one-off services.
Clients work with dedicated advisors who remain closely involved in their engagements—ensuring continuity, responsiveness, and a strong understanding of each client’s operational needs.
This relationship-driven approach allows Trident Treehouse to support many clients not only during market entry, but throughout their continued growth and regulatory evolution in Indonesia.
Alberto Furger is co-founder and managing partner of Trident Treehouse (TT). Alberto is a seasoned finance executive with over 25 years of global experience in finance, real estate, and corporate structuring. Alberto managed over USD 500 million in real estate transactions and assets worldwide and is regarded as an expert in complex, multi jurisdictional investment structures. Before embarking on his entrepreneurial career, Alberto was associated with top-tier firm such as UBS, Credit Suisse, Deutsche Bank, Ernst * Young, and Willis Tower Watson. Besides his role at TT, ALberto is co-founder and director of Geonet Developments International, an integrated hotel development & investment comapny. Alberto holds an MBA from Heriot-Watt University and currently resides with his family in Bali, Indonesia.
Alberto Furger
Chief Executive Officer
Manu Asvalayan
Chief Operating Officer
A Multidisciplinary Advisory Team
Trident Treehouse is supported by a team of more than 45 professionals working across corporate advisory, tax compliance, regulatory support, and immigration services.
Our team works closely with clients to translate advisory strategies into practical implementation, ensuring businesses remain compliant while operating efficiently in Indonesia.
To enhance transparency and collaboration with clients, Trident Treehouse developed the TrusTee digital portal. This integration of advisory expertise and technology helps streamline the client experience while maintaining clear oversight of corporate and compliance activities.
Trident Treehouse operates across key business hubs to support clients operating both locally and internationally.
This regional presence enables the firm to assist clients with cross-border operations while maintaining consistent advisory standards.
The appropriate structure depends on the business sector, ownership strategy, capital planning, and regulatory requirements. Foreign investors commonly establish a PT PMA or other permitted structures depending on the nature of the investment. A proper structuring review is recommended before incorporation to ensure regulatory alignment.
Foreign ownership eligibility varies by sector under Indonesia’s prevailing investment regulations. Some industries allow full foreign ownership, while others require partial local participation or are restricted. Understanding these limitations early helps avoid regulatory complications during incorporation.
Companies operating in Indonesia are required to maintain ongoing compliance, including tax reporting, corporate secretarial updates, licensing maintenance, and regulatory filings such as LKPM reporting where applicable. Compliance requirements vary depending on the company’s activities and regulatory classification.
Foreign nationals working in Indonesia typically require a valid work permit and residence permit (KITAS). The appropriate visa or permit structure depends on the individual’s role, employment status, and corporate position within the company.
The timeline depends on factors such as business sector classification, document readiness, and licensing requirements. In most cases, the incorporation process can be completed within several weeks, followed by additional time for operational licensing depending on the business activity.
Yes. Under certain conditions, an Indonesian local company may be converted into a foreign investment company (PT PMA). The process requires regulatory approval and compliance with foreign ownership rules and capital requirements.
