Former Ernst & Young executive to head APCO in Indonesia

JAKARTA - John Arnold, founding chairman of the British Chamber of Commerce in Indonesia, has joined APCO Worldwide as managing director and president director of PT APCO Worldwide in Indonesia.

Arnold was previously a senior partner at Ernst & Young in Indonesia.

"John is one of the most respected figures in the Indonesian business community," said Apco Asia CEO Christian Murck (pictured). "I know his experience and leadership qualities will be a huge asset to APCO in Indonesia and to our senior management team in the Asia region."

"Indonesia's political and business landscape has changed enormously in the last few years," Arnold said. "I've been impressed by APCO's ability to help their clients' businesses prosper in these changing times by offering insightful strategic communication, government relations and investment consultancy counsel."