Maverick Indonesia and The Mavericks join One Asia Communications, expanding the pan-Asian PR alliance’s footprint across 12 markets.
Jakarta, May 22, 2025 – Companies operating in Indonesia and India now have stronger public relations support through two agencies sharing the Maverick name: Maverick Indonesia and The Mavericks India. Both agencies provide strategic communications and reputation management services, enabling businesses to navigate complex markets in Asia more effectively.
This partnership milestone follows the entry of The Mavericks, India’s leading reputation and communications consultancy, into One Asia Communications (OAC), a premier alliance of owner-operated public relations and marketing agencies across Asia.
Maverick Indonesia, a founding member of OAC, welcomes its Indian counterpart into the network, strengthening collaboration between the two countries while offering clients seamless regional communications coverage.
Regional Impact and Network Expansion
With this addition, One Asia Communications (OAC) now operates in 12 countries across Asia: Cambodia, China/Hong Kong, Indonesia, India, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.
This extensive presence empowers brands and corporations to tap into OAC’s deep local expertise and regional coordination, offering clients integrated strategies that combine local insights with Asia-wide impact.
Leadership Quotes
Ong Hock Chuan, Founder of Maverick Indonesia, said:
“We are seeing Indian companies showing greater interest to expand their presence in Indonesia and other parts of Asia. This partnership builds on our long-standing professional relationship and shared values.”
Although Maverick Indonesia and The Mavericks India are independent agencies with no cross-holdings, both founders have been long-time peers who share a vision for data-driven, purpose-led communication excellence.
Chetan Mahajan, CEO of The Mavericks India, added:
“We are delighted to join OAC, especially since our ‘namesake’ — whose operations we greatly admire — is part of the network. Together, we aim to deliver greater value to Indian clients expanding into Indonesia and vice versa.”
Siwon Hahm, Chair of One Asia Communications, concluded:
“With The Mavericks joining under the leadership of Chetan Mahajan, OAC now has presence in all major markets across Asia. This expansion marks a pivotal milestone in our mission to provide seamless, high-quality communications services across the region.”
About Maverick Indonesia
Maverick Indonesia is a strategic communications consultancy that applies purpose-driven and analytical approaches to help organizations achieve goals beyond profit.
- Established in 2002, headquartered in Jakarta.
- Expertise: corporate communication, marketing strategy, and crisis management.
- Trusted by global and regional clients such as Airbus, Hasbro Inc., Dubai Economy & Tourism, and Airbnb.
- Community initiatives include PechaKucha Night Jakarta, Catalyst, MaVoice, The Recruit, and Comms Club.
- In 2022, launched MavGood, a social business unit supporting NGOs and social enterprises in enhancing communication strategies for positive social and environmental impact.
About The Mavericks (India)
The Mavericks is one of India’s leading reputation advisory firms, founded in 2018.
- Over 70 professionals across five major cities.
- Specializations include integrated marketing communications, crisis management, and insight-driven campaigns powered by proprietary research.
- Recognized for its innovative and measurable approach to building trust and reputation in India’s fast-evolving corporate landscape.
About One Asia Communications
One Asia Communications (OAC) is a strategic alliance of independent, owner-operated PR and marketing agencies across Asia.
Founded in 2023, the network offers seamless regional communications solutions while maintaining the agility, deep local expertise, and personal commitment that characterize owner-operated agencies.
