About Intan
Enneagram 1, with a splash of 2 and 3 mixed in
Top 2 values: Authenticity and Respect
INTJ
A Freelancing for Good freelancer
I love connecting with people for a common mission that supports the public good. People would describe me as engaged, enthusiastic, and congenial, and I am passionate about global experiences, effective and efficient operations, people development, and equitable access to education.
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I share life with an incredible husband passionate about public health, two adaptable and fun daughters, and a lazy Siberian Husky.
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I get excited about experiencing new places, cultures, food, and stories, traveling to over 40 countries and always planning my next trip.
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I execute tasks and then take time to rest.
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I love reading books that make me imagine and think, and watching media that makes me feel.
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I want to get to know people, and learn both what excites them and brings them peace.
My
Story
Born in Indonesia, my family immigrated to the United States when I was 2 when my dad won a scholarship to study at the University of Alabama. I know firsthand how education and economic opportunities can change the trajectory of an entire family. Growing up in the American south was quite the change for our family, but one we embraced.
I attended the University of Tennessee where I obtained my Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and continued at the University of Memphis, earning my MBA while working full-time at FedEx. I then moved to Richmond serving students at the Virginia Community College System. The desire to move closer to family with 2 young children brought us to Chattanooga, where I was determined to make an impact on educational equity by being part of the Public Education Foundation.
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The pull of the world began to grow and our family moved to Leiden, Netherlands. Being a global citizen and having a chance to be part of organizations and causes that are doing good in the world led me to create Sarasintan Solutions in 2025. Throughout my life, the work that has brought me the most meaning and joy is connecting authentically with people and collaborating on a mission to better the world in different capacities.
Working with Intan
Broad, diverse experiences and a versatile set of skills.
Consistent performance evaluations of Outstanding Performer or Exceeded Expectations.
Core competencies of initiative, persistence, and interpersonal understanding.
"Intan is one of a kind and is truly one of the most special humans I know. She brings her whole heart into everything she does, while doing it extremely well. Intan keeps people at the center of her work and brings life to any organization she's been part of. We need more people like Intan in this world - doing incredible work while being a fantastic person."