I'm Brian Rheza Kurniawan, an accomplished IT and AI leader with a track record of building businesses, raising capital, and forging strategic partnerships. I combine entrepreneurial thinking with hands-on engineering to drive growth, optimize operations, and deliver innovative solutions. From automotive branding to enterprise AI, I lead cross-functional teams to turn ambitious ideas into scalable products and sustainable revenue. I'm passionate about applying responsible AI to optimize operations and deliver measurable impact for stakeholders.

Brian Rheza Kurniawan

I'm Brian Rheza Kurniawan, an accomplished IT and AI leader with a track record of building businesses, raising capital, and forging strategic partnerships. I combine entrepreneurial thinking with hands-on engineering to drive growth, optimize operations, and deliver innovative solutions. From automotive branding to enterprise AI, I lead cross-functional teams to turn ambitious ideas into scalable products and sustainable revenue. I'm passionate about applying responsible AI to optimize operations and deliver measurable impact for stakeholders.

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I’m Brian Rheza Kurniawan, an accomplished IT and AI leader with a track record of building businesses, raising capital, and forging strategic partnerships. I combine entrepreneurial thinking with hands-on engineering to drive growth, optimize operations, and deliver innovative solutions.

From automotive branding to enterprise AI, I lead cross-functional teams to turn ambitious ideas into scalable products and sustainable revenue. I’m passionate about applying responsible AI to optimize operations and deliver measurable impact for stakeholders.

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Language

Indonesian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Javanese
Fluent
Sundanese
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder at BR Auto
August 1, 2011 - Present
Established and scaled an automotive retail and after-sales service network, building a differentiated brand in a competitive market. Designed and executed market entry strategies, positioning BR Auto in the premium automotive segment with strong brand equity. Built and managed strategic dealer partnerships, expanding distribution channels and ensuring a consistent customer experience. Oversaw financial planning, compliance, and operational frameworks, ensuring sustainable growth and scalability.
Co-Founder at Norin Automobyl
May 1, 2014 - Present
Expanded BR Auto into Banten, adapting brand and service models to local market needs. Built dealer partnerships and strengthened distribution channels to accelerate growth. Directed brand identity and operations to ensure premium positioning and customer loyalty.
Chief Executive Officer at Nexfil EU B.V
February 1, 2020 - October 4, 2025
Directed international expansion, including Nexfil’s first entry into Indonesia, establishing distribution, compliance frameworks, and premium positioning across Europe and Asia. Oversaw cross-border operations and supply chain management, ensuring efficiency and scalability across multiple regions. Designed and executed revenue growth strategies, driving sustainable profitability and market share gains.
Founder at Optivue Auto Film
March 1, 2018 - Present
Established Optivue as an OEM/private brand from Nexfil, launching operations from Lampung to challenge global incumbents in the window film industry. Positioned the brand in the premium segment, leveraging differentiated technology, design, and service excellence. Developed dealer training flows, sales collateral, and digital marketing strategies to accelerate market penetration and build a loyal distribution network.
Co-Founder at ThermaLux Window Film
October 1, 2018 - Present
Co-founded ThermaLux as the architectural division of Optivue, specializing in premium window films for buildings, while Optivue focuses on automotive applications. Expanded the product ecosystem to capture the commercial and residential market, leveraging Optivue’s brand equity and technical expertise. Structured OEM/private label agreements and investor proposals, positioning ThermaLux as a high-tech challenger brand in the architectural segment.
Operational Manager at Mining Co. Ltd
September 1, 2024 - October 4, 2025
Directed global mining operations by integrating IT-driven efficiency systems, improving productivity and reducing operational downtime. Supervised IT infrastructure implementation across multiple sites, ensuring scalability, cybersecurity, and compliance with international standards. Established compliance and quality control frameworks, aligning operations with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements. Optimized cross-border workflows by introducing digital monitoring systems and performance dashboards for real-time decision-making. Led multicultural teams across engineering, IT, and operations, fostering collaboration and accountability in high-risk environments.
Artificial Intelligence Software Developer at Open-Web UI
June 1, 2025 - October 4, 2025
Developed open-source AI solutions tailored for enterprise applications, enabling scalable adoption across industries. Designed algorithms and coding frameworks to support natural language processing, automation, and predictive analytics. Integrated AI systems into enterprise workflows, improving efficiency, data accuracy, and decision-making speed. Collaborated with global developer communities, contributing to open-source innovation and accelerating adoption of AI standards. Pioneered product innovation by combining statistical analysis with advanced system architecture for next-generation AI platforms.
Founder at BR Auto
August 1, 2011 - Present
Established and scaled an automotive retail and after-sales service network, building a differentiated brand in a competitive market. Designed and executed market entry strategies, positioning BR Auto in the premium automotive segment with strong brand equity. Built and managed strategic dealer partnerships, expanding distribution channels and ensuring consistent customer experience. Oversaw financial planning, compliance, and operational frameworks, ensuring sustainable growth and scalability.
Co-Founder at Norin Automobyl
May 1, 2014 - Present
Expanded BR Auto into Banten, adapting brand and service model to local market needs. Built dealer partnerships and strengthened distribution channels to accelerate growth. Directed brand identity and operations to ensure premium positioning and customer loyalty.
Chief Executive Officer at Nexfil EU B.V
February 1, 2020 - October 4, 2025
Directed international expansion, including Nexfil’s first entry into Indonesia, establishing distribution, compliance frameworks, and premium positioning across Europe and Asia. Oversaw cross-border operations and supply chain management, ensuring efficiency and scalability across multiple regions. Designed and executed revenue growth strategies, driving sustainable profitability and market share gains.
Founder at Optivue Auto Film
March 1, 2018 - Present
Established Optivue as an OEM/private brand from Nexfil, launching operations from Lampung to challenge global incumbents in the window film industry. Positioned the brand in the premium segment, leveraging differentiated technology, design, and service excellence. Developed dealer training flows, sales collateral, and digital marketing strategies to accelerate market penetration and build a loyal distribution network.
Co-Founder at ThermaLux Window Film
October 1, 2018 - Present
Co-founded ThermaLux as the architectural division of Optivue, specializing in premium window films for buildings, while Optivue focuses on automotive applications. Expanded the product ecosystem to capture the commercial and residential market, leveraging Optivue’s brand equity and technical expertise. Structured OEM/private label agreements and investor proposals, positioning ThermaLux as a high-tech challenger brand in the architectural segment.
Operational Manager at IT Mining Co. Ltd
September 1, 2024 - October 4, 2025
Directed global mining operations by integrating IT-driven efficiency systems, improving productivity and reducing operational downtime. Supervised IT infrastructure implementation across multiple sites, ensuring scalability, cybersecurity, and compliance with international standards. Established compliance and quality control frameworks, aligning operations with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements. Optimized cross-border workflows by introducing digital monitoring systems and performance dashboards for real-time decision-making. Led multicultural teams across engineering, IT, and operations, fostering collaboration and accountability in high-risk environments.
Artificial Intelligence Software Developer at Open-Web UI
June 1, 2025 - October 4, 2025
Developed open-source AI solutions tailored for enterprise applications, enabling scalable adoption across industries. Designed algorithms and coding frameworks to support natural language processing, automation, and predictive analytics. Integrated AI systems into enterprise workflows, improving efficiency, data accuracy, and decision-making speed. Collaborated with global developer communities, contributing to open-source innovation and accelerating adoption of AI standards. Pioneered product innovation by combining statistical analysis with advanced system architecture for next-generation AI platforms.
Founder at BR Auto
August 1, 2011 - Present
Established and scaled an automotive retail and aftersales service network, designed market entry strategies for premium positioning, built and managed strategic dealer partnerships, and oversaw financial planning, compliance, and operational frameworks to ensure sustainable growth and scalability.
Co-Founder at Norin Automobyl
May 1, 2014 - Present
Expanded BR Auto into Banten, built dealer partnerships, aligned brand identity and operations to ensure premium positioning and customer loyalty, and grew distribution channels.
Chief Executive Officer at Nexfil EU B.V
February 1, 2020 - October 4, 2025
Directed international expansion, including first entry into Indonesia; established distribution, compliance frameworks, and premium positioning across Europe and Asia; oversaw cross-border operations, supply chain management, and revenue growth initiatives.
Founder at Optivue Auto Film
March 1, 2018 - Present
Established OEM/private-brand operations, launching Optivue to compete in the premium automotive window film segment; developed dealer training, sales collateral, and digital marketing strategies to accelerate market penetration.
Co-Founder at ThermaLux Window Film
October 1, 2018 - Present
Cofounded ThermaLux as the architectural division of Optivue, expanding the product ecosystem to premium building window films; structured OEM/private-label agreements and investor proposals to secure strategic growth.
Operational Manager at IT Mining Co. Ltd
September 1, 2024 - October 4, 2025
Directed global IT-driven mining operations, implementing scalable IT infrastructure, improving productivity, and reducing downtime; led cross-border workflows and performance dashboards for real-time decision making.
Artificial Intelligence Software Developer at Open-WebUI
June 1, 2025 - October 4, 2025
Developed opensource AI solutions for enterprise applications, designed algorithms for NLP, automation, and predictive analytics, and integrated AI systems into enterprise workflows.
Founder at BR Auto
August 1, 2011 - November 9, 2025
Established and scaled an automotive retail and after-sales service network, building a differentiated brand, designing market entry strategies, forging strategic dealer partnerships, and managing financial planning, compliance, and operational frameworks to enable sustainable growth.
Co-founder at Norin Automobyl
May 1, 2014 - November 9, 2025
Expanded BR Auto into Banten, adapting brand and service model to local market needs, building dealer partnerships and strengthening distribution channels to accelerate growth, and directing brand identity and operations to ensure premium positioning and customer loyalty.
Chief Executive Officer at Nexfil EU B.V
February 1, 2020 - February 1, 2020
Directed international expansion, including Nexfil’s first entry into Indonesia, establishing distribution, compliance frameworks, and premium positioning across Europe and Asia; oversaw cross-border operations and revenue growth strategies.
Founder at Optivue Auto Film
March 1, 2018 - November 9, 2025
Established Optivue as an OEM/private brand from Nexfil, launching operations from Lampung to challenge global incumbents in the window film industry; positioned the brand in the premium segment and developed dealer training, sales collateral, and digital marketing strategies.
Co-founder at ThermaLux Window Film
October 1, 2018 - November 9, 2025
Co-founded ThermaLux as the architectural division of Optivue, expanding the product ecosystem to commercial and residential markets; structured OEM/private label agreements and investor proposals.
Operational Manager at IT Mining Co. Ltd
September 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Directed global mining operations by integrating IT-driven efficiency systems, supervised IT infrastructure implementation across multiple sites, and established compliance and quality control frameworks; led multicultural teams.
Artificial Intelligence Software Developer at Open-WebUI
June 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Developed open-source AI solutions tailored for enterprise applications, designed algorithms for NLP, automation, and predictive analytics; integrated AI systems into enterprise workflows and contributed to open-source communities.
Chief Executive Officer at Nexfil EU B.V
February 1, 2015 - February 1, 2020
Directed international expansion, including Nexfil’s first entry into Indonesia, establishing distribution, compliance frame­works, and premium positioning across Europe and Asia. Oversaw cross-border operations and supply chain management, ensuring efficiency and scalability across multiple regions. Designed and executed revenue growth strategies, driving sustainable profitability and market share gains.
Operational Manager at IT Mining Co. Ltd
September 1, 2019 - September 1, 2024
Directed global mining operations by integrating IT-driven efficiency systems, improving productivity and reducing operational downtime. Supervised IT infrastructure implementation across multiple sites, ensuring scalability, cybersecurity, and compliance with international standards. Established compliance and quality control frameworks, aligning operations with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements. Optimized cross-border workflows by introducing digital monitoring systems and performance dashboards for real-time decision-making. Led multicultural teams across engineering, IT, and operations, fostering collaboration and accountability in high-risk environments.
Artificial Intelligence Software Developer at Open-WebUI
December 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Developed open-source AI solutions tailored for enterprise applications, enabling scalable adoption across industries. Designed algorithms and coding frameworks to support natural language processing, automation, and predictive analytics. Integrated AI systems into enterprise workflows, improving efficiency, data accuracy, and decision-making speed. Collaborated with global developer communities, contributing to open-source innovation and accelerating adoption of AI standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science at University Of Florida
September 1, 2013 - June 1, 2017
Bachelor of Science at University Of Florida
September 1, 2013 - June 1, 2017
Bachelor of Science at University Of Florida
September 1, 2013 - June 1, 2017
Bachelor of Science at University Of Florida
September 1, 2013 - June 1, 2017
Bachelor of Science: Media Production, Management, and Technology at University Of Florida
September 1, 2013 - June 1, 2017
Bachelor of Science at University Of Florida
September 1, 2013 - June 1, 2017
Bachelor of Science: Media Production, Management, and Technology at University of Florida
September 1, 2013 - June 1, 2017

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Manufacturing, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Energy & Utilities, Transportation & Logistics, Other