Had an incredible time at the Local Media Summit in Jakarta today, discussing the opportunities Indonesian local media can unlock using Pinterest! During a panel hosted by the wonderful Mbak Catur Ratna Wulandari from Digital Mama ID, I had the chance to explain why Pinterest matters for publishers. With over 522 million monthly active users...Read More
What a surprise it was to run into an old friend in such an unexpected place and time! I bumped into Ernest Prakasa on my flight to Jakarta this morning. I can barely remember the last time we spoke—it feels like forever. We used to work together at Sony Music around 2002, then crossed paths...Read More
Olivia Rodrigo’s song “Jealousy, Jealousy” really captures the anxiety of a generation hooked on social media, constantly chasing approval and comparing themselves to everyone else. In The Anxious Generation, Jonathan Haidt talks about how the rise of social media is taking a toll on mental health, especially for Gen-Z. I’ve been on social media since...Read More
Singapore is known for its striking city architecture, seamlessly blending modernity with nature and tradition. But what if we revisited it from a different perspective? The Singapore Klick Photography community re-imagines the cityscapes using techniques like pushing exposure and slowing shutter speed. The result is a surreal, dreamlike vision, where futuristic buildings merge with sci-fi...Read More
The annual Jakarta Illustration and Creative Arts Fair (JICAF) returns this year with a bigger venue and a longer duration. Held at The Space, Senayan City, the event runs from September 19th to October 6th, 2024, featuring over 100 exhibitors. I visited during the opening week to check out the exhibition. I was overwhelmed by...Read More
#MentalHealth ❤️🩹 is a topic we all need to take seriously, and there’s no better time to discuss it than during Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Recently, I had the opportunity to help organize an insightful💡 event at the Indonesian Embassy in Singapore, where Afgan, a prominent Indonesian public figure, shared his mental health journey with...Read More
I had the privilege of spending two Saturdays immersed in a technopreneurship masterclass, mentored by two of Singapore’s leading entrepreneurs, Faris Malik and Syakir H. Through this experience, I gained valuable insights into cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset, developing a minimum viable product, understanding customer needs, and preparing to launch and scale my own product. I...Read More
It was a wonderful experience to visit Jakarta again last week, especially as Pinterest‘s partner, Living Loving, invited us to their Afternoon Delight sharing session. Living Loving began as a blog, sharing their passion for creating beautiful and aesthetically pleasing homes. Since 2013, they have grown rapidly, building a strong community and becoming the ultimate...Read More
Spending time with family is always important, and to make it more engaging, we have some tips to share. On August 6th, 2024, Pinterest and Parentalk organized an event with partners from brands, merchants, and publishers to discuss curating inspiring family moments. In a relaxed high-tea setting at Peacock Lounge, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Jakarta,...Read More
This year’s Indonesian Independence Day celebration, hosted by the Indonesian Embassy in Singapore, was a blast! They really pulled out all the stops by inviting Kahitna, the beloved Indonesian band, and many more to perform for the diaspora this weekend. I was lucky to get an invite and join in the fun. The vibe was...Read More
