The Indonesian Young Entrepreneurs Association (Indonesian: Himpunan Pengusaha Muda Indonesia) abbreviated as HIPMI, is an independent, non-partisan organization of young Indonesian entrepreneurs engaged in the economic sector. The organization was founded on June 10, 1972, by several national entrepreneurs including Drs. Abdul Latief, Ir. Siswono Yudo Husodo, Teuku Sjahrul, Datuk Hakim Thantawi, Badar Tando, Drs. Rudy Kairupan, Irawan Djajaatmadja, SH, Hari Sjamsudin Mangaan, Pontjo Sutowo, and Ir. Mahdi Diah.tirto.id. Sejarah HIPMI, Siapa Pendirinya, & Daftar Ketua Umum hingga 2022. Retrieved may 18, 2023.
The establishment of this organization was driven by the spirit of fostering entrepreneurship among the youth. On November 23, 2022, Akbar Buchari was elected as the Chairman of the Indonesian Young Entrepreneurs Association (term 2022–2025), succeeding the previous chairman, Mardani H. Maming.kompas.tv. Profil Ketua HIPMI yang Baru, Akbar Himawan Buchari, Pemilik PO Kurnia Berharta Rp9,3 M. Retrieved february 16, 2024.
Organizational Structure The organizational structure of HIPMI exists at both the central and regional levels. HIPMI has established a Central Executive Board (BPP) headquartered in the capital city, Regional Executive Boards based in the provincial capitals, and Branch Executive Boards based in the regency/city capitals. To date, HIPMI has a presence in 37 provinces in Indonesia and comprises 354 Branch Executive Boards. In line with regional autonomy and expansion, HIPMI continues to grow to ensure representation throughout Indonesia.tribunnews.com. Hipmi (Himpunan Pengusaha Muda Indonesia). Retrieved july 18, 2024.
Membership The organization's regulations establish two types of membership. Regular Members are those aged 17 – 40 years. Those who have surpassed the age of 41 are granted the status of Extraordinary Members, commonly referred to as Seniors. Membership is open to anyone who owns a business.solopos.com. Ingin Jadi Anggota Hipmi, Ini Cara dan Syaratnya. Retrieved july 18, 2024.
HIPMI University (HIPMI PT) HIPMI University, established on August 21, 2006, is an autonomous organization initiated by Erwin Aksa, Raja Sapta Oktohari, and Bahlil Lahadalia. The organization was first inaugurated by Jusuf Kalla, the Vice President of the Republic of Indonesia, and Erwin Aksa, Chairman of HIPMI for the 2008–2011 period. As its name suggests, HIPMI PT accepts members who are still undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students. With the presence of HIPMI PT, it is hoped that students can create job opportunities rather than just seeking employment.hipmipt.id. HIPMI PERGURUAN TINGGI. Retrieved july 18 2024.
HIPMI initiated this organization due to the high unemployment rate in Indonesia. The organization observed that a significant portion of the unemployed were educated individuals. Therefore, university students are trained to become Economic Heroes who can improve the quality of human resources mentally, create jobs, and develop businesses effectively. The types of businesses run by HIPMI PT members are typically medium-sized enterprises, such as restaurants, cafes, freelance design services, and so on.antaranews.com. HIPMI PT ITS fasilitasi mahasiswa belajar dari pemimpin hebat. Retrieved july 16, 2024.
Types of Member Businesses Plantation, Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries Mining Chemical Industry, Electronics Industry, Automotive Parts Industry, Furniture Industry Tourism Civil and Mechanical Construction Services Consultancy Services Procurement Services Financial Services Digital Services Distribution Other Servicesdetik.com. 25 Bidang Usaha Dibuka untuk Asing, HIPMI: Anggota Kami Dikemanakan?. Retrieved july 17, 2024.
List of Chairman of HIPMI NoNameStart dateEnd date1Abdul Latief197219732Siswono Yudo Husodo197319773Aburizal Bakrie197719794Pontjo Sutowo197919835Agung Laksono198319866Sharif Cicip Sutarjo198619897Bambang Riyadi Soegomo198919928Adi Putra Darmawan Tahir199219959Bambang Atmanto Wiyogo1995199810Hariyadi Budisantoso Sukamdani1998200111Muhammad Lutfi2001200512Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno2005200813Erwin Aksa Mahmud2008201114Raja Sapta Oktohari2011201515Bahlil Lahadalia2015201916Mardani H. Maming20192022Plt.Eka Sastra2022202217Akbar Buchari20222025
Structure BPP HIPMI 2022–2025 +NONAMAJABATAN1Akbar BuchariChairman2Bobby NasutionVice Chairman3Tri Febrianto DamuHead of Division 14Vasko RuseimyHead of Division 25Elia Nelson KumaatHead of Division 36Afifuddin Suhaeli KallaHead of Division 47Mufti AnamHead of Division 58Arie Nanda DjausalHead of Division 69M. Hadi NainggolanHead of Division 710Alvin KennedyHead of Division 811Tri Febriyanto DamuHead of Division 912Muliandy NasutionHead of Division 1013Celny PitasariHead of Division 1114M. Aaron SampetodingHead of Division 1215AnggawiraSecretary General16Reynaldo Bryan T. AlloGeneral Treasurer
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