Shinta Widjaja Kamdani gained worldwide recognition for her many roles within the business community, but her contributions stretched far beyond that. She was known for her passion and outstanding work in sustainability and women empowerment issues, which stem from her long-standing belief that her life should always be impactful for the benefit of others.
Born in Jakarta in 1967, Shinta is the eldest of 2 children born to Indonesian businessman Johnny Widjaja and tennis player Martina Widjaja. Shinta herself is blessed with 4 children from her marriage with Irwan Kamdani. She studied at Barnard College of Columbia University New York in 1989 and Harvard Business School Executive Education, Boston, Massachusetts, USA in 2002.
Read moreThe Indonesian Employers Association (Apindo) has appointed a new leader for the period of 2023 to 2028, namely Shinta Widjaja Kamdani. She has become the first woman to lead Apindo since its establishment in 1952. She currently serves as the CEO of Sintesa Group, which has been established since 1919.
Read moreThe global climate change conference, Conference of the Parties (COP28), has concluded. The gathering to discuss steps to address climate change issues is part of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, involving thousands of delegates from various countries. Key focuses include accelerating the transition to renewable energy, reducing emissions, and transforming climate financing.
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Read more More articlesChair of B20 Indonesia Shinta Kamdani discusses the business vision and mission in Indonesia's Presidency at the G20 during the B20-G20 Dialogue forum: Trade & Investment Task Force held in Labuan Bajo, NTT, Friday (23/9).
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