Indonesian Financial Leaders – The Indonesian economy is indeed very dynamic. Keeping Indonesia's economy and finances stable is not easy. Especially with the current pandemic situation. A country's economy can easily go into a slump.
Well, talking about economics and finance, there are financial figures who have a role in the economy in Indonesia, you know.
What kind of role? It can be through real contributions by building companies and creating jobs or by making various policies. Let's get to know them.
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10 Indonesian Financial Figures
1. Sri Mulyani Indrawati
The Minister of Finance, Sri Mulyani Indrawati, is a familiar figure to our ears. Many achievements have been achieved by him. Prior to becoming the Minister of Finance, Sri Mulyani was known as an economist in Indonesia.
He was named the best Asian Minister of Finance by Emerging Markets on September 18, 2006. In addition, she was also voted the most influential woman in the world by the magazine Forbes nine times (2008, 2009, 2011, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, and 2020).
In 2018, he was named The Finance Minister of the Year for East Asia and Pacific Magazine version Global Markets. Sri Mulyani is indeed actively providing explanations of the state's economy and financial condition. One of the country's assets and a role model for all of us.
2. Nicke Widyawati
Besides Sri Mulyani, there is one female figure who is also one of the most influential women according to the magazine's version Forbes in 2020. He is Nicke Widyawati, the president director of Pertamina who ranks 25th.
Nicke is a strong woman who is able to oversee a company with more than USD 54.6 billion in annual revenues and 32,000 employees worldwide.
3. Erick Thohir
Who has never heard of his name, Erick Thohir, a successful businessman who was appointed Minister of State-Owned Enterprises (BUMN).
Erick Thohir is responsible for managing and supervising the performance of 140 SOEs. He also reshuffled the directors and management at the SOE ministry which later became the public spotlight.
4. Susi Pudjiastuti
The 'eccentric' woman who once served as Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries is one of the most influential women in the world according to the BBC's version. Susi Pudjiastuti, apart from serving as a minister, is also a successful businessman.
His success can be seen from the dozens of planes he has. Starting from fish collectors in Pangandaran. He succeeded in establishing a fish processing factory which continues to grow to this day.
5. Nadiem Makarim
One of the pioneers of online transportation services in Indonesia, Nadiem Makarim, is a figure who has inspired many young people.
He has failed to establish a company three times, until now his start-up company has become one of the big companies in Indonesia.
Nadiem, who currently serves as Minister of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology, is included in the Globe Asia list of the richest people in Indonesia. In addition, he also has a big responsibility to prepare digital talents that can compete with other countries.
6. Basuki Hadimujono
Basuki Hadimujono, Minister of Public Works and Public Housing (PUPR) became one of the favorite ministers who attracted public attention because of his witty figure.
Although humorous, Basuki Hadimujono is considered serious in his work. He is responsible for building Trans-Java, Trans-Sumatra, and Trans-Papua connecting national roads in Indonesia. Many infrastructure facilities and infrastructure were completed in his hands.
7. Budi Gunadi Sadikin
The new Minister of Health who replaces Terawan Agus Putranto has been the main director of Bank Mandiri and the Director of Asahan Aluminum.
Even though he is currently the Minister of Health, Budi Gunadi Sadikin is not a medical graduate or working in the world of Health. He is an alumnus of nuclear physics at ITB and has chosen a career in finance.
It also has a certificate Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) and Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) which means having the ability and advice in financial matters.
Budi Gunadi Sadikin's wealth reached Rp161.79 billion in 2019. In addition, while serving as Asahan Aluminum Director, he managed to seize 51% of PT Freeport Indonesia's shares.
8. Bahlil Lahadalia
The Head of the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM), Bahlil Lahadalia, has the task of increasing investment and ease of doing business in Indonesia and must increase the rating of ease of investment from rank 73 to rank 50.
In addition to being the head of BKPM, Bahlil Lahadalia is also a successful entrepreneur who owns 10 companies in various fields under PT Rifa Capital as holding companies.
9. Ciputra
Property King, nickname for chairman and founder Ciputra Group. Ciputra is a business pioneer real estate in Indonesia.
During his lifetime, he was active in spreading enthusiasm and providing entrepreneurship training in Indonesia. His name and achievements still have a big influence on the Indonesian economy.
10. Prajogo Pangestu
Prajogo Pangestu was listed as the richest person in Indonesia in 2019. Known for having a business empire, one of which is PT Barito Pacific Timber and Chandra Asri who later joined Tri Polyta Indonesia and collaborated with Michelin, a French tire manufacturer.
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So, those are 10 financial figures in Indonesia. Want to be like them? You can, start with small things like learning to manage your personal finances. How to do? Use the Whiz Financial App. just. It's easy. Apart from that, there are many features that can help you.
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