TEDxSurabaya: HERE+BEYOND
Where Bold Minds Shape Tomorrow
Saturday to Sunday, December 6 - 7, 2025 • 14:00 WIB (Surabaya, GMT+7) •
Venue: Atedia Senior Center, Royal Residence, Surabaya
Royal Residence B15 No. 50 - 52, Surabaya, Jawa Timur 60215
Welcome to “HERE+BEYOND“. It’s the quest of Surabaya’s groundbreaking innovators and bold leaders in Indonesia to explore and openly discuss how they play a crucial role in developing relevant and impactful solutions, reflecting Surabaya’s role as a member of the global community, especially through pentahelix collaboration involving government, academics, business, communities, and the media.
Come aboard! Tune in to what tribalizing speakers bring and embark on a journey toward a better future!
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Our Facilitators
Marvin Ade Santoso
Creative Director of Explore Surabaya and Business Partner at MiddleForm Branding
How do you turn a logo into a story? A product into a purpose?
For Marvin Ade Santoso, the answer lies in the intersection of creativity, strategy, dan empathy.
With over 10 years in brand identity and storytelling, he leads MiddleForm Design Studio (@middle_form), while shaping Surabaya’s creative landscape through ADGI Surabaya (@adgisub) and explore Surabaya (@exploresurabaya), a creative platform highlighting the city’s culture, design, and people.
✨ Design, to him, is not just craft – it’s connection.
Arie Rukmantara
Chief of Field Office UNICEF Indonesia
Change doesn’t just happen – it’s communicated.
Through the right stories, messages can shift behaviors, inspire movements, and build healthier communities. This is what Arie Rukmantara believes in. As a chief of field Office UNICEF for Java and Bali, he leads initiative that strenghen child welfare and public health – form sub-national nutrition expenditure analysis to health promoting schools advocacy. With a background in journalism (HAI, The Jakarta Post), public relations (Edelman), and goverment policy, he continues to use policy and behavioral change communication as tools to drive impact and empower people. Because when words move hearts, action follow.
Edy Budiman
Founder & CEO DewaWeb
With great power, comes great responsibility.
@dewaweb , a leading secure cloud service provider in Indonesia, is found on this belief by none other than Edy Budiman. With more than 24 years experience in cloud architecture, cloud optimization, and cybersecurity, his passion to help many people and businesess to enjoy secure, fast and reliable cloud hosting services at affordable prices.
Partake in an insightful discussion around cybersecurity, technology, and AI in a roundtable facilitated by Edy in our upcoming event.
Carlos Budiman
Head of Cybersecurity & Growth
what if cybersecurity wasn’t just about protection but about possibility?
For Carlos Budiman, cybersecurity isn’t an end-of-year budget dump, it’s the cost of doing business. As Head of Cybersecurity & Growth at @dewaweb and Practice Lead at @dewaguard, he’s pushing a new mindset: cybersecurity not as a compliance checklist, but a necessity for innovation and growth. At our upcoming event, @carlosebudiman come on board as a workshop facilitator with one the hottest topics today: AI security and more specifically:
“How Anyone Can Hack AI”
You don’t need to be a tech genius to hack an AI, just a really good gaslighter. This workshop uncovers how large language models (LLMs) can be manipulated not with tools or exploits, but with words. You’ll see how simple prompts can bend an AI’s behavior, bypass restrictions, and extract things it was never meant to reveal. Carlos has created an interactive lab, where participation will try AI hacking techniques themselves: gaslighting prompts, hidden-behavior triggers, jailbreaks, and more. The Workshop is hands-on, fun, and designed for everyone, no technical skills needed. You’ll walk away trying these techniques on every application with an AI chatbot you encounter, give them hell.
Alaika Rahmatullah
Ecoton’s Education Division Manager
@envigreensociety is a community that initiates science based campaigns such as Stop Consuming Plastic and Take Back Your Sachet.
Its founder, Muhammad Alaika Rahhmatullah is a researcher and environment activist focused on the importance of plastic pollution and river ecosystem conversation.
Also serving as Manager of Education Division at Ecoton Foundation, @alekrahmatullah is involved in pushing for the decrease of single use plastics and environment protection.
As a workshop facilitator in our upcoming event, Alek will discus the urgency of preserving our environment in greater detail.
Andrew Wirapratama
Branding & AI Consultant Andrewnulis
How can humans and AI truly collaborate – not compete?
For Andrew Wirapratama, it starts with understanding both language and intent. As a Writer, Educator, and Certified Generative Ai Prompt Specialist, he bridges people, brands, and technology through creative communication. A graduate of Visual Communication Design and a lecturer at Unversitas Kristen Petra Surabaya (@lifeatpcu), Andrew combines creativity, strategy, and empathy in everything he does.
Known as @andrewnulis, co-writer of Trilogy of Inspirations by Hermanto Tanoko and co-founder of @escapesurabaya, he continues to explore how storytelling and AI can work hand in hand to inspire change. Andrew will provide more insight on weaving language and brand identity together as a roundtable session in ouw upcoming event.
Rudi Eko Hartono
Business Development Director PT. Tudung Putra Putri Jaya (Garuda Food Holding)
The city of Heroes is also home to various business landscapes that’s ever growing.
But in what direction? Are businesses in Surabaya heading towards a promising incline?
Rudi Eko Hartono is Business Development Directur at PT. Tudung Putra Putri Jaya (Holding company @garudafood_id) has Heas of CEO Indonesia, East Java Chapter (@ceo.jatim), has spent nearly three decades navigating Indonesia’s MFCG landscape. Having earned a bachelor’s degree from the Faculty of Economics (Accounting) of Universitas Widya Mandala, Surabaya in 1992, he has over 5 years of experience in marketing, accounting and internal auditor under his belt.
In the upcoming event, Rudi Eko Hartono will provide an outlook on Indonesia’s Business and supply landscape, and the direction its heading to in the every near future.
Irene Suwandi
Content Creator, Creator Master Class
In an era where everything is digital, the art of crafting by hand almost seems like a relic of a bygone era. But Irene Suwandi, a facilitator for our Fireside Chat, certainly doesn’t think so.
A hobby that started with creating DIY objects blossomed into a variative form of art. She believes that even the smallest things, through creativity and a touch of artistic passion, can turn into something meaningful.
How to keep such a fascinating form of art from dying in this digital era? You can find out more with @ireneswnd in the Fireside Chat session at our upcoming event.
Sheila Dewi & David Nahason
Marketing Communication Manager Abdael Nusa Grup
Society 5.0 architecture outlines a human-centered society focused on improving social well-being and quality of life. Thus, Atedia Senior Center is built on a generous idea ; that seniors deserve a place where they’re not overlooked, but invited. Invited to enjoy life. Invited to contribute. Invited to belong.
@atedia.id isn’t here to manage aging. it’s here to champion it-by giving seniors the space, the people, and the moments that let them keep showing up for the world.
In term of space, Atedia’s architecture speaks clearly of the vision of providing its inhabitants an inviting surrounding. Wonder how it’s achieveable?
David Nahason (@davidholdrich), Manager of Atedia Senior Living, and Sheila Dewi (@sheiladew), Marketing Communication Manager of @abdaelnusa.sby, will shed some enlighment as one of our workshop facilitators.
M. Ali Affandi L.N.M
Chairman of Surabaya Chamber of Commeroe and Industry
Who better to provide an outlook on Surabaya’s business landscape than M. Ali Affandi L.N.M., a strategic and impact-driven leader, who leverages deep expertise in business development, economic strategy, and organizational leadership?
Known for advancing youth empowerment, economic growth, and societal progres, Andi has significantly contributed to regional development through roles in HPMI (@hipmisurabaya), KADIN Surabaya (@kadin.sub), and philanthropic endeavors. His commitment to sustainable growth and innovation underscores his dedication to Indonesia’s 2045 vision.
Find out what insight @ali_affandi has to offer in our upcoming event.
Ivan Arista
Managing Director PT. Pets And Plants Indonesia
Some people build businesses. Others build communities. Ivan Arista serves as the Managing Director of PT. Pets and Plants Indonesia (@petsnplants.id) leading a brand dedicated to supporting pet owners and plant lovers with thoughtful, quality products. But beyond business, @ivan_arista work extends into something deeper – community, culture, and connection.
He is actively involved in several organizations, including Muda – Mudi Paguyuban Masyarakat Tionghoa Surabaya (@mudamudi.pmts), Yayasan Sosial Budaya Union Club Surabaya (@youliangroup), Muda – Mudi Paguyuban Warga Xian You Indonesia (@mudamudi.xianyou) and other groups focused on social, cultural, and humanitarian impact.
His journey reflects a simple belief: success is not just measured by what you build – but by how many lives you uplift along the way. Because leadership isn’t only about growth. it’s about giving back, creating space, and shaping the future together. ✨
Adrianus Adhi Nugroho
Content Manager Surya.co.id Tribun jatim Network
Some careers are planned, others are powered by purpose. For Adrianus Adhi Nugroho, the world of media has always been more than a job…..it’s a calling.
From his early journey in Harian SURYA (@suryaonline) as a journalist. to leading digital transformation and storytelling at Kompas Gramedia, his path reflects growth, curiosity, and impact. Beyond professional roles, he continues to share knowledge through seminars, workshops, and community initiatives – including AJI Surabaya, Kominfo Pemuda Katolik Jawa Timur, and Digital Literacy programs nationwide.
Today, with 15 years of experience in journalism, digital strategy, and media innovation, @adrianusadhi_ isn’t just observing change – he’s helping shape the next generation communicates through citizen journalism. 🚀✨
Areli Rukmantara
High School Student
Some journey begin with doubt – but Areli Rukmantara’s began with clarity. Most call him Areli, or Li. A high school student today, and a determined future lawyer.
His inspiration comes from strategy, discipline, and passion – shaped through basketball, music, and a long admiration for Japanese culture.
From performing percussion at the Presidential palace to studying the world of law through Suits, each moment taught him something : pressure builds confidence, effort builds skill, and purpose builds the future.
@areli.rr isn’t waiting for opportunity – he’s preparing for it. Because the future doesn’t belong to those who wish. it belongs to those who work for it. And his journey is just begining. ✨
Alfajr XGO Wiratama
Visual Artist, TEDxSpeaker Founder Serikat Mural Surabaya
Some artists follow trends. @xgo_w creates his own language. A visual artist from Surabaya, he has been shaping street culture since the early 2000s – through murals, graffiti, paintings, comics, and graphic design. His work has appeared in festivals, exhibitions, and 7 solo shows, earning recognitions from Biennale Jatim to the United Nations.
But his journey isn’t just about art on walls – it’s about community, collaboration, and culture. As founder of Serikat Mural and creator of @bunuhdiri_room, he builds spaces where creativity grows and young artists learn to express themselves. Through Kelas Semesta, he brings art to children – proving creativity belong to everyone.
Today, he continues painting in the streets, experimenting with new formats, and turning unexpected object – even cigerate packaging – into art. Because for XGO, art isn’t just seen.
Arrt is lived. 🎨🔥
Step into “SELAWE”, an art project and workshop by XGO that carries us enjoying expression of teens in their growing years.
Muhammad Airlangga P.P (Student, TEDxSpeaker), Safika Aurelia R. W (Student, Head of Surabaya Student Organization) & Agnes Nathania W(Student)
In a global scale, Surabaya might seem like a tiny needle in a haystack of global businesses all around the world. But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible for us to stand against the challenge.
Three young minds will provide an interesting outlook on the matter in the Surabaya. They are Muhammad Airlangga Putra Perdana from SMAN 6 Surabaya, Agnes nathania Widodo from SMA Santa Maria Surabaya, and Safika Aurelia Rahma Widyanti from SMP Negeri 10 Surabaya.
@airlangna, @agnes_thania and @safikaaurelia were chosen to represent Indonesia in Teens Square Toko Project 2025 : The Tokyo Forum of Young Minds, where they had hands on experince of engaging with fellow young minds from all over the world. What do they have to say regarding the global engagement outlook of Surabaya’s business landscape?
Sherina Tandiono
Operational Manager Sativa Travel Medical
Seeking medication while vacationing? The concept of medical tourism might be unheard of to some, but don’t worry! @sherinatandiono will tell you all about it in our upcoming event. 😉
As Operational Manager of Sativa Medical Travel (@sativa.travel.medical), Sherina is more than qualified to discuss all sorts of things concerning healty lifestyle, medical treatment, and medical tourism. Curiosity piqued? Join us in a fireside chat session facilitated by Sherina herself and expand your knowledge. ✨
Jessy The Wirianto
Chief Executive Officer PT.Maros Indah Lestari
Some people follow industry standards – SHE decides to rebuild them. Jessy The Wirianto is an enterpreneur and Apple Developer Academy Alumni (@dev.academyalumni) who transforming the construction world in Indonesia. But her work is only part of the story.
She thrives in conversation – the kind that challenge assumptions, spark ideas, and open new opportunities. He believes growth happens when perspective meet, when peopple share what they’re building, and when collaboration replaces competition.
Curiosity drives her. Connection fuels her. Impact guides her. As @jessy_the continues building solutions for the industry – she’s also building something just as meaningful : a network of thinkers, doers, and dreamers shaping the future together. 🚀
Muhammad Airlangga P.P (Student, TEDxSpeaker), Safika Aurelia R. W (Student, Head of Surabaya Student Organization) & Agnes Nathania W(Student)
In a global scale, Surabaya might seem like a tiny needle in a haystack of global businesses all around the world. But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible for us to stand against the challenge.
Three young minds will provide an interesting outlook on the matter in the Surabaya. They are Muhammad Airlangga Putra Perdana from SMAN 6 Surabaya, Agnes nathania Widodo from SMA Santa Maria Surabaya, and Safika Aurelia Rahma Widyanti from SMP Negeri 10 Surabaya.
@airlangna, @agnes_thania and @safikaaurelia were chosen to represent Indonesia in Teens Square Toko Project 2025 : The Tokyo Forum of Young Minds, where they had hands on experince of engaging with fellow young minds from all over the world. What do they have to say regarding the global engagement outlook of Surabaya’s business landscape?
Our Speakers
Aan Haryono
Founder Lumbung Sinau
What happens when a storyteller steps into the world of regulation, media literacy, and police advocacy?
You get someone like Aan Haryono. A writer who never left his love for words behind, even as his work moved into policy, education, and broadcasting. His journey began with stories: everyday life, human experinces, and social realities turned into essays, opinion pieces, and short fiction. His writing has always carried one intention, to make people think, feel, and question what they ofthen overlook.
Today, as Communisioner of KPID East Java, Aan channels that same sensitivity into something bigger: building a broadcasting environment that protects children, uplifts the public, and respects the responsibility of media. To him, media isn’t neutral – it shapes culture, values, adn the world we grow up in.
Beyond regulation and writing, Aan is a facilitator who brings curiosity into every room he enters. He advocates for literacy, education, and media awareness through conversation, training, and programs rooted in empathy and critical thinking. At the core of it all is a simple belief : words can shift perspectives shift, society follows.
Handry Khoswanto
Founder of IT – SMART education Center
Some people use technology. some study it. But Handry Khoswanto chose to share it.
As a lecturer at Petra Christian University and founder of IT – SMART, he has spent years helping students – from kindergarten to high school – discover robotics, coding, and the confidence to innovate.
His mission is simple: 💡Technology shouldn’t, institutions, and the Ministry of education to build a future where every child can become a creator – not just a user.
Edwin Tranggono
Graphic Design and Comic Artist
Amisdt the bleak outburst of COVID-19, a comic artist hailing from Surabaya, @edwintranggono, decided to expand his creative practice into storytelling through comics. he launched his independent Label Lineakomik, along with it his three original titles : “Naraka, “Sibiru”, and “Elang Hitam.”
A Bard member of ADGI (Indonesian Graphic Design Association) and founder of Middleform Design, Edwin believes that the future of Indonesian comics lies in experimentation with shorter formats, such as one-shots and mini-series, which allow creators to complete stories efficiently and maintain creative momentum.
Follow Edwin’s journey as he explores how visual storytelling can bridge ideas between the present and the future, shaping a contemporary narrative identity for Indonesian creatives.
Eltikei
Rapper and Audio Engineer
Some journey aren’t defined by where they start – but by the courage to continue
For Robertus Albert, known as ELTIKEI, rap isn’t just music – it’s expression, identity, and resilience. From rocking stages with rap collective to watching them come and go, his path has been shaped by evolution, not endings.
And when the spotlight faded, he didn’t walk away – he stepped forward.
Today, as a solo artist, ELTIKEI stands not just as a performer, but as a reminder that creativity thrives through reinvention, persistence, and an unwavering belief in one’s voice.
Because sometimes, the most powerful chapter isn’t the one you start with – but the one you create alone. Follow Robert’s journey in our upcoming event.
Mariska Setiawan
Founder Studio Sangita
Passion can drive domeone to reach for the stars, and this is certainly true for @mariska.setiawan .
At only 19, Mariska’s passion for singing and Indonesian poetry led to her winning the National Tembang Puitik Ananda Sukarlan Competition in 2011. in 2019, she was granted a scholarship from Djarum Foundation’s Indonesia Kaya: a program to nurture young musical talents in an intensive training in Broadway, New York. Finally, in 2022, she was one of the four soloist chosen to perform with G20 Symphony at the G20 Gala in Borobudur Temple. Her passion culminated in the conception of Sangita Studio, which focuses on the education of music and performing arts.
Mariska’s latest work is a collaborative perfromance that channels opera singing technique to create variety of new sounds. Performed for the first time in ARTJOG 2025, it is aimed to reach abroad audiences as well.
See – or rather, her – Mariska’s insight into a world of melody and heartfelt lyric in our upcoming event. 🎼🌷
Chitra Astriana & Yon Tanto
Co-Founder of PT Citra Balita Kirana
Hello Kitty, Doraemon, Micky Mouse. These are major media franchises that had one thing in common; it all started with someone’s with a creative idea, and turned into something big.
@balita_ig – Bab, Lili and Tat – also started with single idea. Or rather, a vision @yontanto and @chitraastriana were the creative minds behind this vision.
🧩——— YON TANTO
Yon is the co-founder of PT Citra Balita Kirana and founder of Solar Animation Studio. Animating and visual storytelling have been his long time passion, all of which evident in the conception of BaLiTa, their Media Franchise IP.
🎀 ——— CHITRA ASTRIANA
Co-founder of PT Citra Balita Kirana and DearAstrid, Chitra’s work involves exploring various brand activation strategies, both online and offline. But other than that, she was also the driving force behind BaLiTa.
Embark on journey in the world of colorful children media together with the in our upcoming event!🌈
Michael Al Deo & Florence Dyjhe
Cosplay Maker & Cosplayer
Waeboo, weeb, nerd. These things immediately come to mind when people think cosplays. But did you know cosplaying is so much more than a nerdy hobby? Two of our upcoming speakers will be happy to change your mind.
🌸 ——— 𝙁𝙇𝙊𝙍𝙀𝙉𝘾𝙀𝘿𝙔𝙅𝙃𝙀
Florence has been cosplaying for more than ten years now, which goes to show how much it means to her. To her, cosplay is artistry. A lot goes into cosplaying: costuming, make-up, acting, prop making, and all sort of things that comes together into a single performance.
💫 ——— 𝙈𝙄𝘾𝙃𝘼𝙀𝙇 𝘼𝙇 𝘿𝙀𝙊
A fellow long-term cosplayer and Florence’s partner in crime, Michael is all about crafting his imaginations into reality. He builds cosplay props from scratch in mindblowing details, all in order to fully embody whatever character he is potraying.
Together, @florencedyjhe and @asisten_cosplay will take you on an insightful journey into the worls of cosplay and coctuming ✨.
Mariska Setiawan
Founder Studio Sangita
Passion can drive domeone to reach for the stars, and this is certainly true for @mariska.setiawan .
At only 19, Mariska’s passion for singing and Indonesian poetry led to her winning the National Tembang Puitik Ananda Sukarlan Competition in 2011. in 2019, she was granted a scholarship from Djarum Foundation’s Indonesia Kaya: a program to nurture young musical talents in an intensive training in Broadway, New York. Finally, in 2022, she was one of the four soloist chosen to perform with G20 Symphony at the G20 Gala in Borobudur Temple. Her passion culminated in the conception of Sangita Studio, which focuses on the education of music and performing arts.
Mariska’s latest work is a collaborative perfromance that channels opera singing technique to create variety of new sounds. Performed for the first time in ARTJOG 2025, it is aimed to reach abroad audiences as well.
See – or rather, her – Mariska’s insight into a world of melody and heartfelt lyric in our upcoming event. 🎼🌷
Chitra Astriana & Yon Tanto
Co-Founder of PT Citra Balita Kirana
Hello Kitty, Doraemon, Micky Mouse. These are major media franchises that had one thing in common; it all started with someone’s with a creative idea, and turned into something big.
@balita_ig – Bab, Lili and Tat – also started with single idea. Or rather, a vision @yontanto and @chitraastriana were the creative minds behind this vision.
🧩——— YON TANTO
Yon is the co-founder of PT Citra Balita Kirana and founder of Solar Animation Studio. Animating and visual storytelling have been his long time passion, all of which evident in the conception of BaLiTa, their Media Franchise IP.
🎀 ——— CHITRA ASTRIANA
Co-founder of PT Citra Balita Kirana and DearAstrid, Chitra’s work involves exploring various brand activation strategies, both online and offline. But other than that, she was also the driving force behind BaLiTa.
Embark on journey in the world of colorful children media together with the in our upcoming event!🌈
Your Conference Experience
Here’s what to expect at TEDxSurabaya 2025: HERE+BEYOND
Pre-Event
Connect personally with Surabaya’s influential leaders, sail into Surabaya’s X-factor, and engage in conversation that go deeper.
Facilitators: *to be announced*
Panelists: *to be announced
Workshops
Explore new interests through deep-dive workshops.
Facilitators: *to be announced*
Fireside Chats
Enjoy the intense discussions and debates with the experts and changemakers.
Panelists Line Up: *to be announced
Xploration Alley
Connect with the communities and craftsmen through shared experiences and interactions.
Accelerators: *to be announced
Good Food, Good Friend
Meet new friends and interact with each other while enjoying tasty meals as your mingling companion.
Artisan: *to be announced
Two sessions of TEDx Talks
Multiple sessions of thought-provoking TEDx talks, accompanied by performances and delightful surprises.
Play and Groove
It’s our social time, come and groove with us.