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BEN LAW
FOUNDER & DIRECTOR
Ben is the founder and director of Future Sound Asia (FSA). He comes from an entrepreneurial background, and had ventured into various businesses while also maintaining an active interest in the local dance music scene which was still in its infancy in the late 90s/early 2000s.
Ben finally decided to follow his passion and founded FSA in 2001, initially capitalizing on booking international DJs at a time when KL was experiencing a boom in dance music events. In the 17 years since its inception, Ben has managed to grow the company from strength to strength - expanding the team and focus of the company significantly to include having its own ticketing platform, not only booking DJs but also a variety of live musical acts, organizing FSA’s own small to large scale music events and festivals, and diversifying the company& portfolio to also include running music-related corporate campaigns and also non-music related corporate events.
RAMESH RAMAKRISHNAN
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Ramesh heads operations at FSA. He joined the company about eight years ago and his previous experience as a producer for Think Tank Productions, a renowned and award-winning production house, brings invaluable insight into producing and running events.
He has planned, executed and managed on-ground operations for events ranging from small- scale 150 pax one-night-only club shows to large-scale multi-day 30,000 pax festivals and conventions, and has been instrumental in the growth of FSA in diversifying to include other corporate events and campaigns.
WAN ALMAN
DIRECTOR OF ENTERTAINMENT
Alman oversees all entertainment at FSA, which includes programming, all artist-related matters, and marketing and communications for FSA events. In addition to that, he also handles partnerships for Good Vibes Festival and FSA events - working with brands and potential sponsors.
He was tapped by Ben when he wanted to expand the company and start FSA’s own homegrown music festival brand, Good Vibes Festival, where they worked together to conceptualize the festival brand and direction. Since then the festival has grown by leaps and bounds to become one of the most anticipated events in the country.
RUSSEL ESPECKERMAN
HEAD OF PRODUCTION, LIVE EVENTS
Russel heads the production for all FSA live events, which include the technical aspects of an event - working with various local and international technical teams in the design and execution of an event, all while managing his impulsive addiction to collecting cables, gadgets and flashlights.
CHARMAINE CHEAH
SENIOR OPERATIONS MANAGER
Charmaine manages the operations of FSA events which include liaising and managing all relevant suppliers, vendors, and other agencies involved in the event. Her role also includes account management and client servicing. Charmaine spends her spare time hiking, going to the beach, and generally just enjoying the outdoors.
SAM LEE
SENIOR PRODUCTION MANAGER
Sam manages event and site production for FSA live and corporate events, working with clients and suppliers in the design and execution of the event. In addition to that, he’s also a talented laser jockey and handles the event lasers when needed. In his free time, Sam manages the production of his own Gundam model kits.
NATALIA DANNY
ENTERTAINMENT MANAGER
Natalia manages all artist-related matters which include logistics and hospitality, and also event marketing and brand partnerships/sponsorships for FSA events. When she’s not being a couch potato with her four cats, you can catch her in the kitchen whipping up some food or clocking in some time on her playstation.
MARGARET ANG
FINANCE MANAGER
Margaret manages all the finances of the company and advises senior management on financial matters pertaining to the company or its events. She is a huge Bearbrick enthusiast, which is evident by all the collectibles which surround her desk.
BRANDON GIAM
EVENT PRODUCER
Brandon is involved in the conceptualization, planning, execution and management of FSA events. He liaises with clients, suppliers and vendors to ensure each event runs without a hitch. When not at work, Brandon focuses on his wellness, fitness, and lifestyle choices - which includes going to sleep as early as possible.
RUBY NG
PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, LIVE EVENTS
Ruby is involved in the production for all FSA live events, which includes liaising with AV suppliers, advancing and coordinating AV/production logistics, stage managing, and working with various technical teams in the design and execution of an event. An avid gamer and anime fan, Ruby blows off steam by recreating her colleagues in the Sims.
AIFAA NAZLI
JUNIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Aifaa is involved in the creative ideation, conceptualization, and design of marketing and communications material for FSA events and external clients. She also supports the team in planning and executing events on ground. Aifaa enjoys drawing and painting her favourite fictional characters in her spare time, who may or may not be from Harry Potter.