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A Conversation with Leonard Theosabrata (Part 1)
A multifaceted powerhouse, Leonard Theosabrata has indelibly shaped Indonesia’s creative landscape. Through forward-thinking ventures like Brightspot Market, The Goods Dept, and Indoestri Makerspace, his impact on the nation’s creative energy is undeniable, further amplified by his pivotal role in launching the Jakarta Creative Hub.
Leo’s influence extends beyond commerce, encompassing social impact through his partnership in Sukkhacitta and national economic development via past leadership at Smesco Indonesia and Sarinah.
Now, his visionary lens is focused on elevating Indonesian Arak globally with his contemporary brands Marak and Ark, alongside his new Jakarta bar, En Par, described as an “unhurried third space” designed for connection and reflection.
Marak and Ark represent Leo’s modern take on Arak, the traditional Balinese spirit distilled from fermented palm sap.
In an in-depth three-part series conversation with Kennedy Ashinze for Globetrotter Lab’s “In Convo” series, Leonard gets real about his creative journey, rediscovering his innovative spirit, honest thoughts on the current creative landscape, the spark of reinvention, and his unfiltered perspectives on culture and more.
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Blackup Jakarta | A Conversation on the State of Black Affairs
On Saturday, June 27th, Globetrotter Lab hosted a virtual conversation on the global state of black affairs and assembled some brilliant minds to share their perspectives on current happenings regarding the Black Lives Matter protests, its history, cultural context, and why it’s important for Asians, especially Indonesians, to engage.⠀
Despite Jakarta’s proximity to the center of the Black Lives Matter movement that continues to reverberate around the world, Indonesians also resonate with the issue of colorism. Cities across the world continue to stand together in solidarity against global systematic racism.
Hosted by⠀⠀
Kennedy Ashinze
Founder – Globetrotter Lab ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀
Moderated by ⠀⠀
Arief Aziz⠀
Country Director – Change.org Indonesia ⠀⠀
Cofounder – TedxJakarta ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀
With guest panelists
Barbara Allen
Emmy-award winning filmmaker / Producer⠀⠀
Hadi Ismanto
Founder Manual Jakarta⠀⠀ ⠀⠀
Eric Williams
Entrepreneur / Community Leader⠀⠀
The Silver Room – Chicago ⠀⠀
Curtis Johnson⠀⠀
Fmr Senior Manager ATAMERICA ⠀
Michael Jakarimilena @michaeljakarimilena
Musician