Dr. Ir. KAROLUS KARNI LANDO, MBA

ASIA PACIFIC Certification CEO

Jakarta, Jakarta, Indonesia

About

KRQA is led by a committed CEO with extensive expertise in quality management, international certifications, and business strategic planning. With over 12 years of experience in the certification sector, their leadership is distinguished by a focus on compliance with international standards, sustainable growth, and operational excellence. They are a certified lead auditor for multiple global standards, including ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and ISO 45001, which has allowed them to support organizations in adhering to global compliance frameworks effectively. At KRQA, they empower teams to deliver exceptional certification services while fostering innovation and regulatory adherence. Their tenure at RINA as Asia Pacific Certification Country Manager honed their skills in business development, client relations, and regulatory compliance. With a mission to elevate organizations through robust certification systems, they remain committed to driving impactful solutions that strengthen client operations and market positioning.

Experience

  • Chief Executive Officer at KRQA
    Jan 2026 - Present · 7 mos

    International Certification Body

  • RINA Services (Full-time · 12 yrs 2 mos)
    • ASIA PACIFIC Certification Country Manager
      Jan 2014 - Dec 2025 · 12 yrs

      TOGETHER FOR EXCELLENCE

    • Certification Manager
      Nov 2013 - Dec 2025 · 12 yrs 2 mos

      Responsible for the region's certification operations, reporting to the President Director of the RINA Asia & Head Office in Italy. Business development, quotes and contract preparation, scheduling of the client audit and training of the auditors, marketing and sales. The head of business development and the training of the auditors and office staff in the region will drive the organization towards sustainable growth in financial and market share. Benchmarking activities with key competitors in the certification and consulting business. accountable for ensuring and securing full RINA compliance with national and international regulations, rules, and roles.

  • Lloyd's Register (British Company)
    • Automotive Lead Auditor ISO 9001, ISO TS/16949, AS9100 Lead Auditor and IRCA Lead Tutor
      Mar 2009 - Nov 2013 · 4 yrs 9 mos

      Managing the customer's specialist training and consultation program. Manage the customers and consultants. Management and administration of the training program(s); liaison with the certification body's auditor and accreditation body; and individual trainee counseling

    • Senior Lead Auditor For 9001, ISO/TS 16949, AS 9100 and IRCA Lead Tutor
      Mar 1999 - Feb 2009 · 10 yrs

      Conduct the audits to more than 2.000 clients. Provide IRCA Lead Auditor Training for various standard including automotive and aerospace trainings. Overseas assessment to Malaysia, Philippines, South Korea, India, Singapore, Vietnam, Hongkong, Australia, Thaiwan and some countries in Europe.

  • President Of The Board Of Directors at BUSINESS MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS INDONESIA
    Mar 2009 - Nov 2013 · 4 yrs 9 mos

    Managing the customer's specialist training and consultation program and Manage the operational, Marketing and Finance Accounting of the overall business activities.

  • QA/QC and Quality System Senior Manager at Texmaco Perkasa Engineering Tbk, PT
    Jul 1998 - Feb 1999 · 8 mos

    Quality Management Representative (QMR) for ISO-90001 and QS-9000 Management Systems. Actively involved in the development and implementation of the Total Quality Management System (TQM). Develop the Implementation Plan for QS-9000 (FMEA, KPC, KCC, PCP, PPAP, SPC, MSA, and APQP). The Team Leader for self-certification of CE marking covered the main requirements of the three directives covering machinery, low voltage and EMC directives for CNC machines, borering drilling machines-TD13, TB22 machines. Responsible for the periodic audit of automotive parts supply products and processes to various OEMs in the region. Co-ordinate and conduct the preliminary and potential suppliers' quality audits. Provide QS-9000 and ISO-9000 training programs for internal staff and suppliers. Involved in the marketing of auto components to Volvo Car Asia Pacific, GM Indonesia, Delphi Automotive Thailand and General Motors Truck Group USA.