Theme: UpNext

TEDxSampoernaUniversity 2025 brings up the theme "UpNext", a compelling phrase designed to provoke and instill an attitude of change.
UpNext emphasizes the urgency of actively shaping the future rather than merely anticipating it. In a world of constant change, this theme inspires everyone to confront challenges head-on and drive innovation with passion, purpose, and determination.

Salihara Theatre
Jl. Salihara No.16
South Jakarta, Jakarta Raya, 12520
Indonesia

Galih Sulistyaningra

MA Educational Planning University College London & CEO @smartkickindonesia

As an educator, advocate, and innovator, Galih Sulistyaningra is on a mission to make education more accessible, engaging, and relevant for the future. In a world driven by rapid technological advancements, education must evolve beyond traditional classrooms—it must be popularized to reach and inspire everyone. In her TEDx talk, "Why Education Needs to Be Popularized for the Future," she will explore how we can break barriers, rethink learning, and make knowledge more appealing to the next generation. By blending creativity, technology, and storytelling, education can become a movement, not just an institution.

Indra Dwi Prasetyo

Book Author, Educational and Youth Influencer

As a digital strategist, influencer analyst, and cultural observer, Indra Dwi Prasetyo has witnessed firsthand how online personalities shape narratives, influence public opinion, and drive real-world impact. In an era where traditional power structures are shifting, soft power wielded by influencers is becoming a force of change. In his TEDx talk, "The Rise of Soft Power in Influencers: Redefining Social Change Online," Indra will unpack how digital creators are not just entertainers—they are modern-day changemakers. From viral movements to social advocacy, he will explore how influence can be leveraged responsibly to create meaningful, lasting impact.

Isyana Sarasvati

Indonesian Singer, Songwriter, Founder of REDROSE RECORDS

Isyana Sarasvati is an award-winning singer-songwriter and Founder of REDROSE RECORDS, known for her fearless artistry and unique musical style. Beyond her chart-topping hits, she is a passionate advocate for the transformative power of music. In her TEDx talk, “Melodies of Change: Music as a Medium for Shaping Future Generations,” she will explore how music is more than just entertainment—it is a force that shapes minds, fosters creativity, and builds cultural bridges.

Katherine Luckman Bahagia

Sampoerna University Student, SpeakerHunt Winner

Introducing Katherine Luckman Bahagia, a Sampoerna University student and SpeakerHunt winner, who shared her insights on the power of youth voices in shaping societal change in the topic of Campus Voices, Community Impact.

Marianne Rumantir

CEO TS Media

Brings up the topic of Cultural Connections: Shaping a Global Future. A visionary entrepreneur, storyteller, and leader, Marianne Rumantir is the CEO & Co-Founder of Member.id and TS Media, two powerhouse brands shaping the future of loyalty and digital media in Indonesia. From corporate banking to launching successful businesses, she has mastered the art of adapting, innovating, and leading with purpose.

Teguh Kurniawan Harmada

CEO Peruri Digital Security

Teguh Kurniawan Harmada, CEO of Peruri Digital Security, who shared his expert insights on business growth and adaptation in today’s fast-changing world in the topic of Scaling for Tomorrow: Sustaining Growth in a World of Change.

Vanessa Sugiarto

Crypto influencer

Vanessa Sugiarto, a crypto influencer, with deep insights into the world of blockchain and finance, she will explore the impact, challenges, and opportunities of decentralized finance (DeFi) in the topic of Decentralized Finance: Transformation or Challenge?