The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2024 Indonesia Finalists: Shaping the Future of Indonesia’s Business Landscape

• EY Indonesia has announced 10 remarkable finalists selected for the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024 Indonesia program. 
• Their diverse backgrounds reflect the breadth of innovation and excellence present in today's entrepreneurial sphere.
• Together, this year’s finalists have generated an annual revenue of over IDR 4 trillion and provide employment to nearly 5,000 people.

JAKARTA, 20 August 2024.  EY Indonesia has proudly unveiled the 10 finalists representing 8 companies in the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024 (EOY) Indonesia program. These entrepreneurs were selected for their outstanding achievements, dedication to creating long-term value, and their contribution in transforming the business landscape in Indonesia:

The 2024 finalists, listed alphabetically by name, are:

1. Amira Ganis – PT Brawijaya Investama (Brawijaya Hospital)
2. Arfan Arlanda – PT Jejak Enviro Teknologi (Jejakin)
3. Eunice M. Satyono – PT Samuel Sekuritas Indonesia
4. Michael Soerijadji & Pandu Sjahrir – PT Agaeti Kovergensi Investama (AC Ventures)
5. Michael Wanandi – PT Kirana Guna Jaya (Combiphar)
6. Rama Suparta – PT Artha Persada Kreatif (SATURDAYS)
7. Vincent Tjendra – PT Astro Technologies Indonesia (ASTRO)
8. Winston Utomo & William Utomo – PT Media Putra Nusantara (IDN)

This year’s finalists span a diverse range of sectors, including technology, financial services, consumer goods, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, professional services, and media. Each nominee is distinguished by their endeavors of adopting business practices that lead to impactful and positive change. With sustainable growth strategies, these businesses have collectively achieved an impressive annual revenue of over IDR 4 trillion and employ nearly 5,000 individuals. Their collective accomplishments highlight the vibrant and innovative entrepreneurial spirit that helps drive the business environment forward.

Peter Surja, EY Indonesia Country Managing Partner, states:

“For over two decades, EY Indonesia’s EOY program has been celebrating the achievements of Indonesian entrepreneurs across various sectors. These leaders contribute  to transforming the business landscape through their creativity, sharp business foresight, use of technology and innovative methods, while their financial growth, resilience, and commitment to sustainable business practices lay the groundwork for a more promising future. Let us continue to honor  Indonesian entrepreneurs for their significant contribution to our country’s economic progress and transformation of the business landscape.“

Our finalists will be evaluated by an Independent Panel of Judges comprising esteemed leaders from academia, regulatory bodies, business community, as well as last year’s   EOY award recipient. This year’s Entrepreneur Of The Year awardee,  along with winners in other categories, will be announced at the EOY Awards Gala in Jakarta this November.

With this year's theme, The Art of Entrepreneurship: Celebrating the country’s visionary entrepreneurs with purpose-driven innovation and outstanding achievements, the 2024 finalists are poised to carry the torch of successful entrepreneurship demonstrated by Yozua Makes, recipient of the  Indonesia 2023 Entrepreneur Of The Year award. His company, PT Plataran Indonesia, the country’s only integrated hospitality group, spans hotels, resorts, venues, dining, cruises, national park operations, and properties across Java, Bali, and Komodo.

The EY EOY program is widely recognized as one of the most prestigious business awards globally. It celebrates entrepreneurs and leaders of companies who demonstrate excellence in innovation, leadership, and financial performance, both in their businesses and within their communities. For almost 40 years, the EOY program has celebrated exceptional business leaders in over 145 cities across more than 60 countries, showcasing their impact on the global economy.

The winner of the EOY Indonesia will represent the country at the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2025 (WEOY) event in Monte Carlo, Monaco, to vie for the prestigious World Entrepreneur Of The Year title. For more details about the EOY Indonesia program, please click here.

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