A uniquely positioned Growth Fund focused on
technology investments in Southeast Asia.

Winato is a Founding Partner of Provident. Winato also serves as Commissioner in PT Tower Bersama Infrastructure Tbk and PT Provident Agro Tbk. Prior to founding Provident, Winato spent 8 years at Citigroup, where he served as Head of Investment Banking in Indonesia for Citigroup Global Markets, Director covering the Telecommunications sector, and Vice President in Mergers & Acquisitions. Winato also worked for Arthur Andersen and Bank Sumitomo Niaga. Winato holds a Bachelor of Economics from Trisakti University.

Michael is a Director of the General Partner and Advisor of Provident Growth. Prior to joining Provident, Michael spent 16 years in UBS Investment Bank in Hong Kong, where he served as Managing Director, Head of Technology, Media & Telecommunications – Asia. Michael holds a Master of Philosophy in Management from the University of Cambridge, and a Bachelor of Arts (Econ) in Accounting and Finance (First Class Honours) from the University of Manchester. Michael is a British Chevening Scholar.

Hari is a Director of Provident and was also a member of the senior management in the early stage of Tower Bersama Group and JD.id. He is responsible for overseeing new investments as well as monitoring Provident Growth’s existing portfolio. Prior to joining Provident, Hari worked at Saratoga Capital and McKinsey & Company in its Financial Institutions Operations and Technology Practices. Hari holds a Master of Engineering from the National University of Singapore.

Bennette is the COO in Provident where she is primarily responsible for funds operations and regulatory and compliance matters. She has over 17 years of finance, operations, treasury, compliance and tax experience across Asia Pacific and the US. Prior to joining Provident, Bennette has worked as a CFO in Saratoga Capital and Ikhlas Capital and as a COO in One North Capital. Bennette has also worked for more than 11 years combined at Ernst and Young Philippines, San Francisco, Sydney and Singapore. She holds a Bachelor Degree in Accountancy from De La Salle University Manila and is also a Certified Public Accountant.

Weng Kin is a Vice President in Provident Growth and has been heavily involved since its founding. He is responsible for deal evaluation and monitoring Provident Growth’s existing portfolio. Prior to joining Provident, Weng Kin founded 2 companies, one in the FMCG Industry and another in E-Commerce. He has also had previous stints in Amasia Associates and Lighthouse Advisors. Weng Kin holds a Bachelor of Business (Finance) from Monash University, Australia.

Zhi Qiang is a Vice President in Provident Growth, where he is primarily responsible for deal sourcing, evaluation and structuring. Zhi Qiang has had prior experience in UBS Investment Banking, where he executed a number of TMT-related transactions in Asia. Zhi Qiang graduated with a Bachelor of Accounting from Nanyang Business School.

Hong Zheng is an Associate in Provident Growth. He supports the investment team in deal evaluation and monitoring Provident Growth’s existing portfolio. Hong Zheng graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts (Economics) and Bachelor of Business Management (Finance) from the Singapore Management University.

Giovanna is an Analyst in Provident Growth. She supports the investment team in deal evaluation and monitoring Provident Growth’s portfolio. Giovanna graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Business Administration and Management from the University of Southern California.

Kar Lei is a Fund Accountant in Provident Growth. She supports the funds operations including regulatory and compliance matters.

Before joining Provident Growth, Kar Lei has 8 years of experience in external audit and tax compliance. She is a member of the CPA Australia and holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting & Finance from University of London.