Gabriel Frans

Gotta respect Gabriel Frans, this guy’s the real deal. He’s a YC W22 alum, and he’s been crushing it in the tech scene for over a decade. Dude’s got a solid background in product management, having worked at Traveloka and Kudo, big names in Southeast Asia. At those places, he led teams, managed product cycles, and really learned how to build stuff that people actually want. That’s where he cut his teeth on the hustle.

But what’s dope is his move into startup land. In early 2020, he co-founded CrediBook with Christian Lie and Dekha Anggareska. These guys are all about fixing a huge problem in Indonesia, helping MSMEs (small and medium businesses) digitize their supply chains and financial ops. It’s not just tech for tech’s sake; Gabriel’s super driven by the mission of financial inclusion, making sure these small businesses aren’t left behind in the digital age. That’s his vibe, building products that actually make a difference for real people.

His story is all about combining deep tech know-how with a passion for making a difference. He studied Electrical and Electronics Engineering at ITB, so he’s got that solid engineering brain. But it’s his product-driven mindset and his focus on user needs that really set him apart. He’s not just building for the sake of it, he’s about creating solutions that matter, that enable the little guys.

What this says about him? He’s persistent, super thoughtful about solving real problems, and he’s not afraid to jump into complex markets like supply chain and finance. His process from big tech companies to starting his own thing shows he’s got the grit and the vision to make a dent. He’s all about leveling the playing field for Indonesian MSMEs, and that’s why people in the VC and startup world are paying attention. No Cap, this guy is on a mission, and he’s only just getting started.