A heartfelt thank you to our incredible panelists

🌟 Shoutout to Our Esteemed Panelists 🌟

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible panelists for sharing their invaluable insights at last night’s "Zoom Meet & Greet with Jakarta Directors & Alumni." Your experiences and wisdom have left a profound impact on all attendees.

1. Cayadi Sutanto - Co-Founder and ex-CTO of Byru, Co-Founder and ex-CTO of FinFleet

Cayadi highlighted the importance of perseverance and dedication, sharing his journey from bootstrapping ventures to managing cash flow challenges. His insights on the high drop-off rate in the Founder Institute program underscored the value of pressing through assignments to achieve a fundable startup. (Credits here)

2. Anggia Meisesari - Founder and CEO of Transtrack

Anggia shared her inspiring story of starting a business later in life, overcoming initial financial struggles, and achieving significant growth. Her journey from pre-Series A to closing a Series A round with a tenfold revenue increase was a testament to her visionary leadership and determination. (Credits here)

3. Ongki Kurniawan - Co-Founder and CEO of Skor Technologies

Ongki discussed the importance of value alignment in co-founder relationships. His experiences in leading various tech, payment, and telecommunication ventures provided deep insights into building successful and mission-driven teams. (Credits here)

4. Aditya Chintawar - CTPO of KoinWorks

Aditya shared practical advice on managing co-founder relationships, likening them to a marriage where collaboration and shared vision are crucial. His emphasis on thinking about startups from an existential risk perspective was particularly enlightening. (Credits here)

5. Ainun Najib - Global Head of Data Platform at Dyson

Ainun’s work in leading impactful non-profit initiatives like Kawal Pemilu, Kawal Covid, and Kawal Masa Depan showcased the power of technology in addressing societal issues. His discussion on the challenges of non-profit working relationships provided valuable parallels to startup environments. (Credits here)

My Personal Observations

1. Founders Supporting Founders: Only founders can truly understand what other founders are going through. Sharing our learnings from the school of hard knocks can significantly raise the survival rates of our fellow founders who are experiencing similar challenges.

2. The Importance of Working Relationships: Whether in fintech, logistics, commercial, or non-profit sectors, strong collaboration and shared vision are crucial. Building and maintaining effective working relationships is key to success.

3. No Shortcuts to Success: Growing a sustainable business requires full participation in the process. Overcoming difficulties and learning from them is far more valuable than paying for expensive lessons later. Engaging fully in the early stages sets a strong foundation for future growth.

Thank you again to our esteemed panelists for their wisdom and inspiration. Let’s continue to support each other and build a stronger, more resilient startup ecosystem together. 🚀

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Catchup again on our next event on 30 July 2024!