Pertama Partners

About Pertama Partners

Pertama Partners was founded to bridge the gap between AI potential and practical implementation for enterprises across Southeast Asia.

We believe AI adoption requires more than technology—it requires education, strategic thinking, and hands-on guidance tailored to regional business contexts.

Based in Singapore and serving clients across Malaysia, Indonesia, and the broader ASEAN region, we deliver training and advisory that transforms teams and accelerates business outcomes.

Michael Lansdowne Hauge

Michael Lansdowne Hauge

Founder & Principal Consultant

Over a decade of experience in executive training, strategic communication, and business transformation across Asia-Pacific markets.

Founder Background

Michael brings over a decade of experience in strategic communication, executive training, and business transformation across Asia-Pacific markets.

Professional Experience
  • LearningLeaders (2014-2024): Founded Shanghai-based executive communication firm serving Fortune 500 clients including SAP, multinational technology companies, financial institutions, and private equity firms
  • Training Impact: Trained 500+ executives across 20+ companies in presentation skills, persuasive communication, and stakeholder management
  • Client Results: Achieved consistent 95%+ client satisfaction ratings with multiple programs scoring 96+ Net Promoter Scores
  • AAC Technologies (HK: 2018): Strategy Analyst reporting to Chief Strategy Officer
  • Crimson Investment: Private Equity Analyst focusing on middle-market portfolio company analysis
  • Current Roles: Venture Partner at Onlan Capital Ventures (Hong Kong); Board Member, Entrepreneurs' Organization (Shanghai Chapter)
Education
  • Dartmouth College: Triple major in Asian Studies, Economics, and Philosophy (graduated in 3 years)
  • Fudan University: Chinese Government Scholarship recipient

Specializations

  • •AI strategy communication and stakeholder alignment
  • •Executive presentation and persuasion techniques
  • •Cross-cultural business communication
  • •Strategic storytelling for technical concepts
  • •C-suite advisory and leadership communication
  • •Enterprise training program design

"Practical over theoretical. Implementation over hype. Results over promises."

Our Approach

Context-Driven

Every engagement starts with understanding your specific business context, team capabilities, and regional market dynamics.

Hands-On Training

We prioritize interactive, practical training that participants can apply immediately to their work.

Strategic Clarity

Advisory engagements focus on clear, actionable roadmaps—not theoretical frameworks divorced from reality.

Long-Term Partnership

We're invested in your success beyond the initial engagement, providing ongoing support as you implement.

Let's Work Together

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