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Nusa Nickel is North America's only revenue-generating nickel operator and licensed trader operating in Indonesia's world-leading nickel district.
Our operations focus on the responsible sourcing, production, and sale of lateritic nickel material, with a commitment to environmental stewardship and supporting local communities. In addition to our production activities, Nusa Nickel is a licensed nickel trader, enabling us to source and supply nickel ore from third-party producers and expand our market footprint across Indonesia.
Our Mission
Our mission at Nusa Nickel Corp is to establish ourselves as a world-class nickel operator, delivering exceptional value to shareholders, fostering sustainable practices, and actively supporting the well-being of the communities in which we operate.
A Cross-Cultural Alliance
At Nusa Nickel Corp, we proudly unite the strengths of Canada and Indonesia. As a Canadian-owned, Indonesian-operated company, we are building more than a world-class nickel producer – we are forging a bond between two great nations. Canada’s expertise in innovation and responsible resource development meets Indonesia’s rich natural potential and skilled workforce, creating opportunities that transcend borders.
Together, we share a vision of sustainable growth, responsible mining, and empowering local communities. This partnership is more than a collaboration – it’s a testament to what can be achieved when nations come together with purpose and passion.
Iswanto S.E.
CEO of PT Nusa Nickel Corp
Iswanto has over 20 years management experience including 15 years in hospitality industry working for International hotels chain such as: Shangri La, Starwood chain, and Marriott. In the last 5 years Iswanto has been involved in developing and managing coal and lateritic nickel production. He was CEO of a nickel trading company prior to co-founding and running a lateritic nickel mining production company. Iswanto holds a bachelor of economic degree. He resides in Indonesia.
Sukmandaru Prihatmoko
Director & Strategic Advisor
Sukmandaru (Daru) has over 30 years of exploration and mine development experiences inclusive of 10 years with BHP Minerals and other multinational companies in Indonesia. His experience includes developing more than a dozen of assets acquisition for Asia Gold/ Ivanhoe Mines in Indonesia. Daru also served as Chairman of Indonesian Association of Geologists – IAGI (2014-2020) and Indonesian Society of Economic Geologists – MGEI (2008-2012). He runs his mineral exploration and mine development consulting company. Daru holds a BEng – Geological Engineering and Master of Economic Geology from Australia. He resides in Indonesia.
Diaz Krisnayoga S.H.
Co-COO of PT Nusa Nickel Corp
Diaz has 5 years experience at consulting and developing business in mining, trading and other supply chain. He serves as Head Risk & Legal Counsel and trading for a Nickel trading company. Diaz also co-founded a lateritic nickel mining production company. Diaz holds LL.B in Law degree. He resides in Indonesia
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Robert Tjandra
Director
Robert has over 25 years of combined experience consulting and developing businesses in construction, trading, oil and gas, fintech, and cleantech. After years with BP Petroleum, he has co-founded and grown companies in Indonesia to million dollars in revenue. Robert has served in executive and director positions on both private and CSE / TSX.V listed companies. He grew up in Indonesia and speaks fluent Indonesian and English. Robert holds a BSc in geology from the University of Toronto, and an MBA from PSBA Philippines.
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Wiwing Syarifudin I.R.
Co-COO of PT Nusa Nickel Corp
Wiwing has over 20 years of operations experience. Wiwing background in manufacturing started in sales as a product engineer in the industrial tool sector, with extensive experience which includes operations director of an oil and gas drilling and production company , business development manager of a coal production company, and operation director of a renewable energy company. Wiwing holds Bachelor of Engineering in metallurgy degree. He resides in Indonesia.
Brandon Colwell
CEO of Nusa Nickel Corp
Brandon is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with over nine years of experience building and advising companies across the capital markets. Over this period, he has worked alongside hundreds of public and private companies, helping build strong relationships with investor groups globally. He currently serves as a Strategic Advisor to Golden Rapture Mining (CSE: GLDR) and previously co-founded and served as Chief Executive Officer of Sagacity Capital Media, a corporate strategy and full-service marketing firm focused on emerging and growth-stage public companies. He specializes in assembling the right teams and building companies from the ground up, with a clear focus on long-term shareholder value.
Robert Tjandra
COO of Nusa Nickel Corp
Robert has over 25 years of combined experience consulting and developing businesses in construction, trading, oil and gas, fintech, and cleantech. After years with BP Petroleum, he has co-founded and grown companies in Indonesia to million dollars in revenue. Robert has served in executive and director positions on both private and CSE / TSX.V listed companies. He grew up in Indonesia and speaks fluent Indonesian and English. Robert holds a BSc in geology from the University of Toronto, and an MBA from PSBA Philippines.
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Ryan Yanch
CFO of Nusa Nickel Corp
Mr. Yanch boasts 12+ years of experience
in public markets, having worked as a
Senior Trader at a CIRO regulated Broker from 2012 to 2019, where he managed orders, including new issues/IPOs. Holding a BBA in Finance from the University of Guelph and various post-licensing certifications, such as CSC and CPH. Prior to his work in Capital Markets, he worked at his family run Oil Company, a business that has been operating since 1904.
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Wesley Campbell
Strategic Advisor
Wes has specialized in corporate storytelling and brand development in capital markets for the past 7 years. Wes possesses a comprehensive understanding of business, systems, and design, honed through his diverse entrepreneurial experiences. Co-founding Sagacity Capital Media, a full-service marketing firm, Wes discovered his knack for crafting distinctive corporate narratives through adventurous field documentary work within the mining industry. As a brand pioneer, Wes excels at creating impactful brand identities and has assisted dozens of companies in telling compelling and meaningful stories that resonate with their audiences.
Haji Surianto
Strategic Advisor
Haji Surianto is an Indonesian entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in the nickel laterite sector. He began his involvement in the nickel sector as a mining
production contractor, also managing a fleet of over 30 dump trucks to support mining activities. After successfully developing his mining contracting company, Haji Surianto obtained several nickel mining permits, including a mining area in North Morowali that is currently in the production phase.​​​​
Carl Hermansen
Strategic Advisor
Carl is a performance marketing specialist with a background in financial media. With 6+ years in capital markets fortified by 11+ years building brands, he has navigated dynamic sectors and helped hundreds of public and private companies reach their intended audience of investors or consumers. Strategic advisor to Aegis Medical Innovations. Connecting public companies with educated investors at the Investing News Network.​​​​
Andy Blanchard
Strategic Advisor
Andy Blanchard is a Canadian investment
professional with over 30 years of experience in portfolio management and financial planning. He founded and operated an independent investment firm, advising families, business owners, and professionals on wealth management, retirement planning, and risk management. He holds an MBA and maintains multiple senior
industry designations, including CFP. His career has been defined by disciplined portfolio construction, long-term capital preservation, and a client-centered
approach to investment decision-making.
Outside of his professional work, Andy is an active amateur astronomer, pilot, and lifelong learner. He has held leadership roles in community and educational organizations and continues to pursue research-driven personal and intellectual interests.​​​​
Blaire Wilson
Director
Mr. Wilson is the President and CEO of
Canadian ecoEquity Corp. a privately held
green financing company he established in
1991 to meet the needs of growing
technologies. Since 2019, Mr. Wilson has
held the offices of President, CEO, CFO
and served on the board of directors of
Spartan Acquisition Corp. and Genesis
Acqusition Corp two Capital Pool
Companies. Mr. Wilson is also a retired
CPA /CA having articled with Clarkson
Gordon now Ernst & Young. Between 2004
and 2006 Mr. Wilson was a Member of
Parliament for West Vancouver – Sunshine
Coast – Sea to Sky Country having served
as the Assistant Critic of Finance, the Critic
of Canadian Heritage, and the Critic of
National Revenue. Between 1994 and 1996
Mr. Wilson was a director and CFO of Pan
Smak Pizza Inc., a company formerly listed
on the TSXV.
Eugene Hodgson
Director
Eugene is a senior executive and board
member with over 40 years of
experience connecting businesses with
expertise, strategic partnerships, and
financing. He has held CEO, CFO, and
advisory roles across the technology,
renewable energy, natural resources, and
biotechnology sectors in both the private and public sectors. From 2007–2017, as Vice President of Corpfinance (Western Region), he supported the financing of multiple renewable energy projects on the West Coast.Eugene is the former CFO and
Strategic Advisory Board member of Trait
Biosciences Inc. and has advised several BC- based ventures, including C-Polar, a PPE manufacturer and distributor. He has played an active strategic role with multiple resource companies and is the former Chair, President, and CEO of Spark Energy Minerals Inc. and former President of Fabled Copper Corp. He currently serves as CFO and Director of Critical Infrastructure Technologies
Ltd. (CSE) and Genesis Acquisition Corp.
(TSXV)​​​
Claude Ayache
Director
Director & Audit Committee Chair: Claude Ayache, CPA, CMA is a finance executive with 25+ years of experience supporting reporting issuers on financial disclosure and capital markets matters through Exadyn Consultants Inc., where he has served as President since 1999. He has held CFO and senior finance roles across public and private companies, including First Lithium Minerals Inc. (CFO, TSXV listing in 2022 alongside a $7M financing) and Findev Inc. (CFO; helped raise $16M and complete a public listing). Mr. Ayache also brings SEC-reporting experience and audit-ready financial reporting expertise, having served as VP Finance at Stemtech Corporation.​​​​​​
