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Effective Stakeholder Mapping: Building Bridges for Sustainable Impact Initiatives
Bernard Budiman Impact-Driven Enterprise Advisory (IDEA) Lead of Instellar Do you find yourself juggling numerous and diverse stakeholders, struggling to keep them all aligned? I’ve been through it myself, and the lessons I’ve learned could help you navigate some of the challenges along the way.. Early in my career, I worked on a project withContinue reading "Effective Stakeholder Mapping: Building Bridges for Sustainable Impact Initiatives"
ASIC: Creating Solution of Sustainable Living in Asia
Data from the United Nations (UN) shows 60% of the population in Asia-Pacific has experienced living in urban area. The development of urban life in the last two decades will have a great impact on the sustainability of the planet. A number of countries like Singapore, China, South Korea, and Japan have come through massiveContinue reading "ASIC: Creating Solution of Sustainable Living in Asia"
The NextDev Telkomsel Percepat Akselerasi Ekosistem Ekonomi Digital Indonesia
Begitu nama aplikasi FishGo disebut dewan juri, sontak I Gede Merta Yoga Pratama alias Yoga, kaget. Founder perusahaan rintisan (startup) FishGo ini masih terpaku di kursinya. Setengah berdiri, dia masih tidak percaya saat nama aplikasinya menjadi pemenang dengan meraih gelar “Best of the Best The NextDev Talent Scouting 2018”. Panggung The NextDev Telkomsel di JCCContinue reading "The NextDev Telkomsel Percepat Akselerasi Ekosistem Ekonomi Digital Indonesia"
IKEA Social Entrepreneurship, IKEA Indonesia, and Instellar Successfully Held I-SEA Showcase for the 10 Social Enterprises
Instellar, IKEA Social Entrepreneurship, and IKEA Indonesia teamed up since end of last year to create the Instellar & IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Indonesia Accelerator (I-SEA), a two-year program that aims to support Indonesian social entrepreneurs scale up their businesses and increase their impact. To celebrate the mid-way point of the I-SEA programme, the cohort ofContinue reading "IKEA Social Entrepreneurship, IKEA Indonesia, and Instellar Successfully Held I-SEA Showcase for the 10 Social Enterprises"
CEO & COO Notes: Navigating uncertainty in 2023
Romy Cahyadi and Adisti Chandra share tips on how to tackle challenges and uncertainty in 2023. Global crisis and inflation have become a hot topic among business people and business in the export-import sector has started to feel the impact. Strengthening the domestic economy is one of the keys to surviving global crisis, and IndonesiaContinue reading "CEO & COO Notes: Navigating uncertainty in 2023"
Instellar Indonesia and GSMA Mobile Innovation Hub Support 10 Indonesian Startups to Innovate Sustainably Through the Energy Action for Sustainable Transformation (EAST) Program
JAKARTA, 17 March 2023 – Instellar Indonesia and GSMA are holding the GSMA Mobile Innovation Hub: Energy Action for Sustainable Transformation (GSMA MIH EAST) program. This collaboration is carried out through the GSMA Mobile Innovation Hub, created in partnership with Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic CooperationContinue reading "Instellar Indonesia and GSMA Mobile Innovation Hub Support 10 Indonesian Startups to Innovate Sustainably Through the Energy Action for Sustainable Transformation (EAST) Program"
UPPAYA and MSMEs TELAS Program Succeeded in Producing 37 Superior Products
Graduation UPPAYA and UMKM TELAS marks the end of the economic empowerment program in Jereweh, Maluk and Sekongkang Districts, West Nusa Tenggara. This program, which has been running since September 2022, is a collaborative effort between Instellar, PT Amman Mineral Nusa Tenggara (AMMAN), and Bahasa Bisnis. Over the course of a year, this programContinue reading "UPPAYA and MSMEs TELAS Program Succeeded in Producing 37 Superior Products"
Semangat dan Energi Baru Menuju I-SEA Cohort 2
Oktober sudah tiba dan perjalanan menuju dimulainya I-SEA Cohort 2 semakin dekat. Sebagai bagian dari persiapan menyambut cohort baru, Instellar kedatangan tim IKEA Social Entrepreneurship yang berkunjung ke Indonesia. Selain untuk memperkuat kolaborasi dengan Instellar dan IKEA Indonesia, pada kunjungannya kali ini IKEA Social Entrepreneurship bersama Instellar berkesempatan berkunjung ke sejumlah lokasi usaha cohort pertama program Instellar & IKEAContinue reading "Semangat dan Energi Baru Menuju I-SEA Cohort 2"
Front-Day Sustainability: Sustainable Farming Exploration with IKEA Co-workers and Agridesa
On October 4th, IKEA Co-workers were buzzing with excitement at Agridesa’s sustainable farm in Bali for the Front-Day Sustainability program. It was a hands-on experience where IKEA Co-workers got to discover the world of social enterprises and witness Agridesa’s game-changing approach to agriculture. From digital closed-loop systems to sustainable farming techniques, they discovered how Agridesa is transformingContinue reading "Front-Day Sustainability: Sustainable Farming Exploration with IKEA Co-workers and Agridesa"
Green Tech Innovation Showcase: The UK – Indonesia Partnership to Foster Sustainable Digital Transformation
The British Embassy Jakarta, in partnership with the Ministry of Communications and Digital (Komdigi) through 1000 Digital Startup National Movement and Instellar, hosted a Green Tech Innovation Showcase on 5 December 2024, at Milieu Space, Surabaya. This event was a key moment of the Hatch x Powering Entrepreneur for Digital Excellence (PEDE) incubation programme, showcasingContinue reading "Green Tech Innovation Showcase: The UK – Indonesia Partnership to Foster Sustainable Digital Transformation"
Building Leadership’s Empathy, Growth and Impact at I-SEA Leadership Training
Brimming with self-reflection and growth, the I-SEA Wave 2 Changemakers elevated their leadership skills to new heights at the I-SEA Leadership Training at IKEA Alam Sutera! This thoughtful two-day training is the continuation from the first leadership training, gathering Changemakers in exploring diverse leadership styles and developing essential qualities with a focus on building the foundationContinue reading "Building Leadership’s Empathy, Growth and Impact at I-SEA Leadership Training"
Owning Instellar Shares: Reflection of 1 Year Asterik Cooperative
Bima: Hey Pop, what got you interested in cooperative? Where did you first hear about it? Poppy: Hey Bim! I just like the idea of cooperatives that prioritize democracy, openness, and mutual aid. When you and Mas Romy introduced the idea of an employee cooperative during our company outing, I got really excited. What madeContinue reading "Owning Instellar Shares: Reflection of 1 Year Asterik Cooperative"
Front-Day Sustainability: Harvesting Connections between IKEA Co-workers and Java Fresh
Recently, IKEA co-workers had the chance to dive into the world of social entrepreneurship in Front-Day Sustainability, an initiative designed to connect IKEA co-workers with social entrepreneurs participating in Instellar & IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator (I-SEA). This two-day initiative brought IKEA co-workers to visit Java Fresh’s work sites in Tasikmalaya, where they could actively contributeContinue reading "Front-Day Sustainability: Harvesting Connections between IKEA Co-workers and Java Fresh"
Membangun Kepemimpinan Kolaboratif dan Inklusif di Pelatihan Kepemimpinan I-SEA Cohort 2
Ruang SDG Academy di Tanoto Foundation dipenuhi semangat saat Changemakers dari 10 perusahaan sosial terpilih di program I-SEA menjalani pelatihan kepemimpinan selama dua hari pada 4-5 September 2024. Pelatihan ini mengajak mereka mengenali gaya kepemimpinan pribadi, membangun budaya kerja kolaboratif, dan menjadi pemimpin yang inklusif di perusahaan sosial mereka. Difasilitasi oleh Social Entrepreneurship Academy, IKEAContinue reading "Membangun Kepemimpinan Kolaboratif dan Inklusif di Pelatihan Kepemimpinan I-SEA Cohort 2"
Six-Month Journey of I-SEA Changemakers: Transformation, Innovation, and Positive Impact
“Time flies when you are having fun.” — Albert Einstein It’s hard to believe that the second cohort of the I-SEA program has already been running for more than six months. In this short period, the I-SEA Changemakers have gone through extensive mentoring to develop their businesses and amplify their impact. With guidance, mentorship, funding, and tailoredContinue reading "Six-Month Journey of I-SEA Changemakers: Transformation, Innovation, and Positive Impact"
Five Green Startups in Bali Embark Transformative Journey with HATCH x PEDE Incubation Programme
The HATCH x PEDE Incubation Programme for Bali has officially kicked off with the Onboarding Programme which was held on August 15-16, 2024. This event marked the beginning of a transformative journey for five innovative green startups: Daurulang.id, Umah Pupa, Electric Wheel, Biojel, and Patala. Over the course of two days, our new Bali cohort of 5Continue reading "Five Green Startups in Bali Embark Transformative Journey with HATCH x PEDE Incubation Programme"
Deep Impact Discovery Trip: Connecting Korean Innovators with Indonesian Business Landscape
The Indonesian market continues to attract significant attention from investors in the technology industry, indicating substantial potential within the global business ecosystem. This interest has also attracted the KT&G Startup Sangsang Camp, a startup incubator program from Korea, organized by the KT&G—a leading global company from South Korea specializing in tobacco and ginseng production. TheContinue reading "Deep Impact Discovery Trip: Connecting Korean Innovators with Indonesian Business Landscape"
I-SEA Peer Learning Empowers Changemakers to Elevate Capacity and Networks in Safe, Supportive Environment
The second Peer Learning session of the Instellar & IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator (I-SEA) programme took place on Friday, July 11th, 2024, at IKEA Alam Sutera. As we welcomed 10 selected social enterprises for the Second Cohort of I-SEA, the focus was on enhancing the capacity of participating changemakers in effective organizational management and supportingContinue reading "I-SEA Peer Learning Empowers Changemakers to Elevate Capacity and Networks in Safe, Supportive Environment"
Climate finance and impact investment: The overlapping financial agenda to save the Earth
What is climate change? Climate change is a global issue threatening lives and livelihoods across the globe. The economy is anticipated to suffer as a result of rising temperatures and decreasing agricultural yields. Sri Mulyani, Indonesia’s Minister of Finance, estimated that economic damages from natural disasters related to climate change might reach 3.45% of GDPContinue reading "Climate finance and impact investment: The overlapping financial agenda to save the Earth"
Digital Hub Roadshow in Bali Encourages Innovative Collaboration in Green Technology
Young innovators and digital talents gathered at Bali Headquarters for an innovative event that aims to shape a sustainable future through technology. The Digital Hub Collaboration Roadshow, in collaboration with the UK-Indonesia Tech Hub and the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (Kominfo), was held on Friday, June 21, 2024 to kick off the launchContinue reading "Digital Hub Roadshow in Bali Encourages Innovative Collaboration in Green Technology"
HATCH x PEDE Surabaya Cohort Programme Onboarding Builds a Strong Foundation for Innovation and Growth
The HATCH x PEDE Incubation Programme kicked off its Surabaya cohort with an onboarding activity that took place on July 9-10, 2024 at MARKAS Surabaya. Participating in the onboarding were the 10 green innovators selected for the programme, which are Ecowood, BumiBaik, Hawa, and STB Pellet from the climate sector, and Crustea, KerabaTani, Hidroponic.id, Agrisolute, AgritronZContinue reading "HATCH x PEDE Surabaya Cohort Programme Onboarding Builds a Strong Foundation for Innovation and Growth"
I-SEA Sambut 10 Wirausaha Sosial yang Terpilih di Cohort Kedua, Awali Program dengan Intensive Bootcamp
Instellar dan IKEA Social Entrepreneurship mengumumkan sepuluh wirausaha sosial terpilih untuk mengikuti program I-SEA cohort kedua. Kesepuluh wirausaha sosial tersebut adalah Agridesa, Aluan, Conservana, Java Fresh, Nichoa Chocolate, PasarMIKRO, Pepper Secret, Plana, Rezycology, dan Tarunira. Instellar dan IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator (I-SEA) adalah program satu tahun yang yang bertujuan memperkuat wirausaha sosial untuk tujuan meningkatkanContinue reading "I-SEA Sambut 10 Wirausaha Sosial yang Terpilih di Cohort Kedua, Awali Program dengan Intensive Bootcamp"
ESG Compliance Brings Sustainable Impact and Commercial Benefits
Companies are starting to be conscious about the importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance. Going beyond financial considerations, ESG helps businesses address broader risks like climate change, societal changes, and evolving environmental regulations. How can companies translate their efforts that integrate with the business operations to deliver ESG compliance? The Essence of ESGContinue reading "ESG Compliance Brings Sustainable Impact and Commercial Benefits"
UK-Indonesia Tech Hub, 1000 Digital Startup National Movement, and Markas Surabaya Support the Growth of Green Startups and Digital Talents through Digital Hub Collaboration Roadshow
On Friday, May 17, 2024, the Digital Hub Collaboration Roadshow was held in Surabaya, in collaboration with the UK-Indonesia Tech Hub, 1000 Digital Startup National Movement, and Markas by the Ministry of Communication and Informatics (Kominfo), to engage and inform local digital talents and startups in Surabaya in the green/climate/agricultural technology sectors about their transformativeContinue reading "UK-Indonesia Tech Hub, 1000 Digital Startup National Movement, and Markas Surabaya Support the Growth of Green Startups and Digital Talents through Digital Hub Collaboration Roadshow"
Kartini Day: The Burning Passion of Women Leaders
Kartini day is a celebration to one of Indonesian heroes, Raden Ajeng Kartini, who fought for emancipation so that women have equal rights. On April 21, we celebrate with Kartini’s spirit that inspires generations of Indonesian women to be unrestrained in achieving their dreams. In the Instellar and IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator (I-SEA) program, severalContinue reading "Kartini Day: The Burning Passion of Women Leaders"
UK-Indonesia Tech Hub x 1000 Digital Startup National Movement Driving Digital Excellence in Indonesia
The British Embassy Jakarta, through the UK-Indonesia Tech Hub, in partnership with the Ministry of Communication and Informatics (KomInfo) and Instellar, launched the Digital Hub programme: UK-Indonesia Tech Hub x 1000 Digital Startup National Movement on 2 April 2024. The programme aims to provide capacity building and support to 60 tech start-ups and 1000 digitalContinue reading "UK-Indonesia Tech Hub x 1000 Digital Startup National Movement Driving Digital Excellence in Indonesia"
Networking Month, ciptakan kolaborasi antar I-SEA Changemakers Cohort 2
“Competition makes us faster. Collaboration makes us better” Kendati On-site Intensive Bootcamp telah usai pada Januari lalu, I-SEA Changemakers Cohort 2 lanjut terkoneksi melalui Networking Month yang berlangsung pada 29 Januari hingga 29 Februari 2024. Networking Month sendiri merupakan salah satu rangkaian program I-SEA Cohort 2 yang bertujuan menciptakan kolaborasi untuk memperkuat bisnis dan dampakContinue reading "Networking Month, ciptakan kolaborasi antar I-SEA Changemakers Cohort 2"
Building a Profitable Arm for Lingkar Temu Kabupaten Lestari (LTKL)
Lingkar Temu Kabupaten Lestari (LTKL) is a district government association formed and managed by the district government in order to realize sustainable development that protects the environment and improves the welfare of the community through mutual cooperation. As a forum, LTKL functions to help member districts develop implementation strategies, connect with the right partners to increaseContinue reading "Building a Profitable Arm for Lingkar Temu Kabupaten Lestari (LTKL)"
I-SEA On-site Intensive Bootcamp, awal perjalanan I-SEA Changemakers Cohort 2!
Pada 14-16 Januari 2024, Instellar dan IKEA Social Entrepreneurship bersama 10 wirausaha sosial, yaitu Agridesa, Aluan, Conservana, Java Fresh, Nichoa Chocolate, PasarMIKRO, Pepper Secret, Plana, Rezycology, dan Tarunira, berpartisipasi dalam I-SEA On-site Intensive Bootcamp Cohort 2 yang bertempat di Aryaduta Lippo Village, Tangerang. Acara yang berlangsung selama tiga hari tersebut fokus memberikan bekal kepada paraContinue reading "I-SEA On-site Intensive Bootcamp, awal perjalanan I-SEA Changemakers Cohort 2!"
I-SEA Welcomes 10 Social Enterprises for the Second Cohort, Kicking-Off with an Intensive Three-Day Bootcamp
Jakarta, [9 January 2024] – Instellar and IKEA Social Entrepreneurship are delighted to announce the launch of the second I-SEA cohort and welcome the ten new social enterprises to the programme. The Instellar and IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator (I-SEA) is a one-year programme to improve the lives of people from marginalised and excluded groups in Indonesia by strengtheningContinue reading "I-SEA Welcomes 10 Social Enterprises for the Second Cohort, Kicking-Off with an Intensive Three-Day Bootcamp"
#INSight – Measuring What Matters
Written by: Rizky Anugrah – Head of Enterprise Development In the world of social entrepreneurship, it’s crucial for social enterprises to showcase the positive changes they bring. Why? Well, it’s easy to claim that your company is doing good, but how do other people know? Investors, the public, customers, partners, and even the government areContinue reading "#INSight – Measuring What Matters"
#INScope – The Rise of Zebra: The New Trend in Entrepreneurship
A new breed of startup emerges as more people realize that Unicorn is not always magic and rainbows. This breed of startup focuses on sustainability, purpose, and social impact rather than rapid growth as Unicorn does. So what’s a Zebra and why is it on the rise? What is a Zebra? Unicorn’s pursuit of hypergrowthContinue reading "#INScope – The Rise of Zebra: The New Trend in Entrepreneurship"
#INSight: Navigating the Path to Self-sufficient Organization
Indonesian NGOs face a challenging funding landscape, with 85%–90% of funding coming from international donors, a source that is in decline due to Indonesia’s status as a lower middle-income country since 2006. In 2014, Benyamin Davis and DFAT conducted a study that highlighted the challenges Indonesian NGOs are facing in terms of financial sustainability andContinue reading "#INSight: Navigating the Path to Self-sufficient Organization"
Fundraising Assistance for Waste4Change
Waste4Change is a social enterprise founded in 2014 by Mohamad Bijaksana Junerusano that provides responsible waste management services. In 2020, as Waste4Change was getting ready for a fundraising, they realized their disorganized financial records made it difficult for them to have a robust financial statement and determine their company’s valuation, the two things investors needContinue reading "Fundraising Assistance for Waste4Change"
Instellar Supports Investing in Women's Business Coalitions Transition into Social Enterprise
On November 22, we worked with Investing in Women to support Business Coalitions (BCs) from Indonesia, the Philippines, and Myanmar create a business model that balances social impact and financial return. Together with Investing in Women, we support the BCs to embed a sustainability strategy and transition to a social enterprise model. Our session, “ThinkingContinue reading "Instellar Supports Investing in Women’s Business Coalitions Transition into Social Enterprise"
#INScope: Finding the Right Partners for Your Impactful Collaboration
Awareness of the importance of collaboration is the first step in enabling a social enterprise to scale up. Because collaboration will provide many benefits in terms of business development, resource efficiency, expanding impact, as well as the potential for greater business profits. So, how can social entrepreneurs find the right partners to collaborate with? MapContinue reading "#INScope: Finding the Right Partners for Your Impactful Collaboration"
#INSight – Delivering Impactful Communication
Talk less, do more. Yes, it’s true. However, in today’s dynamic business landscape, where organizations are constantly striving to engage with their stakeholders in a meaningful and impactful way, we need to also talk (re: communicate) more about our impact initiatives. It is crucial for organizations to not only develop impactful initiatives but also effectivelyContinue reading "#INSight – Delivering Impactful Communication"
Blue Finance Accelerator (BFA) Alumni, Mina Ceria and Sambung Asa Collaborate to Improve the Welfare of Fish & Seaweed Cultivators in Pantura
After meeting at the Blue Finance Accelerator (BFA) program, Mina Ceria Nusantara (Mina Ceria) and Sambung Asa created a collaborative project with the concept of integrated multi trophic aquaculture (IMTA). What led these two social enterprises to collaborate and what is their synergy? Let’s find out more! Combining Fish and Seaweed Cultivation Mina Ceria is aContinue reading "Blue Finance Accelerator (BFA) Alumni, Mina Ceria and Sambung Asa Collaborate to Improve the Welfare of Fish & Seaweed Cultivators in Pantura"
The More Sustainable, The More Chance a Business to Explore
Investors and customers are increasingly interested in sustainable businesses, a sustainable business that is managed in an environmentally friendly manner and pays attention to natural and social sustainability. What are the challenges and opportunities of doing a sustainable business? Bintang Ekananda, Director & Co-Founder of Alner and Liris Maduningtyas, CEO of Jala Tech discussed thisContinue reading "The More Sustainable, The More Chance a Business to Explore"
Live & Learn: Instellar and DBS Bank Collaboration Event to Green Investment
In order to provide insight into technology and sustainability, Instellar together with DBS Bank held a Live & Learn Collaborative Event entitled Smart Ways to Green Your Portfolio and Green the Environment. The event talked about technological innovations that encourage positive environmental impacts, while gaining practical knowledge and strategies for green investment. The Instellar &Continue reading "Live & Learn: Instellar and DBS Bank Collaboration Event to Green Investment"
Menjadikan Bisnis Makin Lestari, Agar Makin Dicari
Bisnis yang lestari kini semakin menjadi perhatian dan incaran, baik oleh investor maupun pelanggan. Bisnis lestari adalah bisnis yang dikelola secara ramah lingkungan dan memperhatikan keberlanjutan alam dan sosial. Seperti apa tantangan dan peluang menjalankan bisnis lestari? Bintang Ekananda, Director & Co-Founder Alner dan Liris Maduningtyas, CEO Jala Tech mengulas hal tersebut pada seri webinarContinue reading "Menjadikan Bisnis Makin Lestari, Agar Makin Dicari"
#INSight: What's been happening this year in Indonesia's impact ecosystem?
Written by Romy Cahyadi We are entering Q4 of this year, it’s time to step back and reflect on what has been happening this year. While there are many things happening in Indonesia, I want to share a number of observations and some comments around the impact ecosystem. 1. There are more players in theContinue reading "#INSight: What’s been happening this year in Indonesia’s impact ecosystem?"
I-SEA Becomes a Driving Force for Social Entrepreneur to Grow Together
After completing Instellar & IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator (I-SEA) program, the synergy between the two I-SEA changemakers from cohort 1, Greenie and Kulaku still continues. In the third series Road to I-SEA Cohort 2 Webinar, Ika Juliana, Founder & CEO Greenie Indonesia along with Aqilah Zainab, CFO & Director Kulaku Indonesia reflected on how theContinue reading "I-SEA Becomes a Driving Force for Social Entrepreneur to Grow Together"
Social Entrepreneurship as Funding Diversification Strategy for Non-Profit Organizations
One of the challenges faced by non-profit organizations and philanthropic organizations in Indonesia in recent years is related to funding. According to a report from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Government of Australia (DFAT) released in 2017, international donors to non-profit organizations in Indonesia decreased by around 85%-90%. This condition makes it necessaryContinue reading "Social Entrepreneurship as Funding Diversification Strategy for Non-Profit Organizations"
Pertajam Strategi Wirausaha Sosial untuk Memperbesar Dampak Lewat Program I-SEA
Program Instellar dan IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator (I-SEA) memberikan para wirausaha sosial bekal pengetahuan dan keterampilan untuk semakin mempertajam strategi mereka dalam menjalankan bisnis yang bertumbuh, berkelanjutan, dan berdampak. Hal inilah yang dialami oleh dua wirausaha sosial peserta I-SEA cohort pertama, yang sama-sama bergerak di sektor pertanian, yaitu Rumah Mocaf dan Plèpah. Rumah Mocaf merupakan produsen danContinue reading "Pertajam Strategi Wirausaha Sosial untuk Memperbesar Dampak Lewat Program I-SEA"
Instellar Investment Supports Social Enterprise to Create Impactful and Sustainable Business
Recently, in the world of impact investment, there has been a tendency for investors to look for unicorn startups that have exponential growth. This is not in line with most social enterprises which are zebra-type startups that have slower growth yet are still sustainable and impactful. This was stated by Romy Cahyadi, CEO of InstellarContinue reading "Instellar Investment Supports Social Enterprise to Create Impactful and Sustainable Business"
Perkuat Bisnis, Perluas Dampak Lewat Kolaborasi
Ada banyak cara untuk meningkatkan bisnis dan memperluas dampak. Salah satunya melalui kolaborasi. Seperti yang terjalin antara Duitin, yang merupakan salah satu wirausaha sosial peserta program I-SEA Cohort pertama dengan IKEA Kota Baru Parahyangan, Bandung. Diva Y. Margaret, Store Manager IKEA KBP dan Adijoyo Prakoso, Co-Founder dan COO Duitin membagikan pengalaman dan manfaat positif yangContinue reading "Perkuat Bisnis, Perluas Dampak Lewat Kolaborasi"
#INSCope: 3 Reasons Your Nonprofit Needs to Diversify Its Funding
The nonprofit sector in Indonesia is rapidly evolving in its approach to securing funding, with 80-85% of financial support coming from donors. As the funding landscape has shifted in recent years, donors increasingly favor projects that align with their priorities. To stay ahead, it’s crucial for your nonprofit to adapt to these changes. Diversifying your fundingContinue reading "#INSCope: 3 Reasons Your Nonprofit Needs to Diversify Its Funding"
Instellar, AMMAN, and Bahasa Bisnis Support MSMEs in West Nusa Tenggara with UPPAYA & UMKM TELAS
Instellar together with PT Amman Mineral Nusa Tenggara (AMMAN) and Bahasa Bisnis initiated UPPAYA (Usaha Pemudi Pemuda Berdaya) and UMKM TELAS (Tumbuh, Berdaya, dan Naik Kelas), economic empowerment programs aimed at supporting the youth and MSMEs in Jereweh, Maluk, and Sekongkang Districts, West Nusa Tenggara. Running since September 2022, the two programs have a totalContinue reading "Instellar, AMMAN, and Bahasa Bisnis Support MSMEs in West Nusa Tenggara with UPPAYA & UMKM TELAS"
Three Key Elements for Sustainable Business Growth
Sustainable business growth cannot be separated from Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) elements. This was conveyed by Rizky Anugrah, Head of Program of Instellar at the Startalk: Generating Sustainable Business Growth for Social Enterprises event organized by Skystar Ventures. What is ESG?ESG is a framework used to measure company behavior in three areas, namely environmentalContinue reading "Three Key Elements for Sustainable Business Growth"
Ikuti Rangkaian Webinar Menuju I-SEA Cohort 2 dan Perluas Dampak Wirausaha Sosialmu
Program Instellar dan IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator (I-SEA) kembali hadir. I-SEA bertujuan mendukungmu dalam memperkuat bisnis dan meningkatkan dampak sosialmu, baik bagi masyarakat dan lingkungan. Saatnya atur strategi baru untuk memperkuat wirausaha sosialmu dan memperluas dampaknya bersama Program I-SEA. Temukan inspirasi dari pengalaman mereka yang sudah merasakan dampak positif dengan mengikuti program I-SEA melalui serangkaianContinue reading "Ikuti Rangkaian Webinar Menuju I-SEA Cohort 2 dan Perluas Dampak Wirausaha Sosialmu"
Instellar and KADIN Indonesia Collaborate to Strengthen MSMEs
On September 12 2023, Instellar and KADIN Indonesia signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to build Wiki Wirausaha, a collaborative platform that connects MSMEs with empowerment programs. Wiki Wirausaha was built in conjunction with the Inclusive Closed Loop movement which was endorsed by President Ir. H. Joko Widodo. On this platform, MSMEs are able to participateContinue reading "Instellar and KADIN Indonesia Collaborate to Strengthen MSMEs"
Instellar and IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator (I-SEA) Opens Second Cohort: Supporting Sustainable Ecosystems in the Agriculture and Aquaculture Sector
Jakarta, [11 September 2023] – Instellar and IKEA Social Entrepreneurship are excited to announce they are extending their partnership to further support the developing social entrepreneurship ecosystem in Indonesia. After the successful completion of the first cohort in June 2023, the Instellar and IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator (I-SEA) Programme returns for a second cohort, to supportContinue reading "Instellar and IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator (I-SEA) Opens Second Cohort: Supporting Sustainable Ecosystems in the Agriculture and Aquaculture Sector"
Alner Bekerja Sama dengan Unilever Dukung Gerakan Bebas Plastik Sekali Pakai
Salah satu social enterprise yang terpilih dalam program I-SEA, Alner resmi memulai program kolaborasi untuk mempromosikan gerakan Bebas Plastik Sekali Pakai bekerja sama dengan Unilever. Kerja sama ini terealisasi melalui grant dari Transform untuk menguji opsi isi ulang (refill) yang inovatif pada produk-produk FMCG yang menyasar masyarakat menengah ke bawah. Alner membantu mewujudkan keberlanjutan dalamContinue reading "Alner Bekerja Sama dengan Unilever Dukung Gerakan Bebas Plastik Sekali Pakai"
Waste4Change Secured Investation Funding for 70,000 USD
Waste4Change, a social enterprise that provides responsible waste management solutions, won the 2023 Climate Impact Innovation Challenge program with the proposal “Circular Business Model for Low Value Plastic Recovery from Marine Environment.” Along with this victory, Waste4Change has successfully secured investment funds worth of US$70,000 from Rumah Group which will be used to optimize theContinue reading "Waste4Change Secured Investation Funding for 70,000 USD"
Alner Receives Grant from TRANSFORM for Single-Use Plastic Free Movement
Alner, one of 10 social enterprises participating in Instellar & IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Indonesia Accelerator (I-SEA), just announced a collaboration project with Unilever to promote the Single-Use Plastic Free movement. The partnership was made possible by grant from Transform to test innovative refill options for FMCG products targeting the lower middle class. Alner helps realizeContinue reading "Alner Receives Grant from TRANSFORM for Single-Use Plastic Free Movement"
Kulaku dan Greenie Berkolaborasi Olah Limbah Sabut Kelapa, Ciptakan Dampak Positif untuk Petani dan Bumi
Kolaborasi antara social enterprise adalah salah satu bagian penting dalam program Instellar & IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Indonesia Accelerator (I-SEA). Seperti yang terjalin antara Kulaku dan Greenie, yang merupakan I-SEA Changemakers cohort pertama. Berasal dari Jawa Barat, Greenie memiliki misi untuk menciptakan produk non-kayu berkelanjutan yang bersumber dari limbah agroforestri, yakni pelepah pinang. Sementara itu, KulakuContinue reading "Kulaku dan Greenie Berkolaborasi Olah Limbah Sabut Kelapa, Ciptakan Dampak Positif untuk Petani dan Bumi"
Recognizing Green Job Career Opportunities
Currently, more and more companies in Indonesia are highly aware about the importance of sustainable and environmentally friendly business. Of course, this also increases job opportunities in the sustainability sector or what are commonly called as green jobs. What Is Exactly A Green Job? Nadiya Adnani, Program Lead at Instellar some time ago was invitedContinue reading "Recognizing Green Job Career Opportunities"
3 Indonesian Startups Crowned Best in Energy Action for Sustainable Transformation (EAST) Program Incubation Series, To Receive 1-on-1 Consultation from Instellar Impact Advisory
JAKARTA, 5 April 2023– The GSMA Mobile Innovation Hub: Energy Action for Sustainable Transformation (MIH EAST) program has successfully held a series of online and offline programs with its peak on March 12-16 2023 in Bali. GSMA MIH EAST or GSMA Mobile Innovation Hub: Energy Action for Sustainable Transformation itself is a startup incubation programContinue reading "3 Indonesian Startups Crowned Best in Energy Action for Sustainable Transformation (EAST) Program Incubation Series, To Receive 1-on-1 Consultation from Instellar Impact Advisory"
Instellar Conducts Peer Learning With Startups in Germany
It is Instellar’s vision and mission to help businesses become more impactful, sustainable and scalable. This is what triggers us to continue to innovate and learn so that we can help impactpreneurs make a wider impact on the Indonesian ecosystem. On 11-21 June 2023, Instellar was invited by the Ministry of National Development Planning/Bappenas andContinue reading "Instellar Conducts Peer Learning With Startups in Germany"
CEO Notes: Instellar is now a Certified B Corporation™
A new milestone marks Instellar’s journey as a purpose driven company which helps businesses to be more impactful, sustainable, and scalable. After being announced in June 2023, Instellar is now a Certified B Corporation™. B Corporation Certification means that Instellar has been verified by B Lab to meet high standards of social and environmental performance,Continue reading "CEO Notes: Instellar is now a Certified B Corporation™"
I-SEA Impact Business Days Highlights: Bringing together the Indonesian Social Entrepreneurship Ecosystem
It’s a wrap! The I-SEA Impact Business Days, the culmination event of the first I-SEA (Instellar & IKEA Social Entrepreneur Accelerator) programme, was held on 7-8 June 2023 at the Pullman Thamrin Hotel, Jakarta. Let’s take a peek at some of the highlights of this exciting event. We were delighted that more than 200 participantsContinue reading "I-SEA Impact Business Days Highlights: Bringing together the Indonesian Social Entrepreneurship Ecosystem"
On the Road Towards a Blue Economy - 12 Blue Sector Start-ups and SMEs Pitch Business Solutions at the Blue Finance Accelerator Demo Day
Jakarta, 23 June 2023 – The Blue Finance Accelerator Demo Day event marked the final stage of the Blue Finance Accelerator (BFA) program, a joint initiative by the Coordinating Ministry of Maritime Affairs & Investments, Asian Development Bank (ADB), and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), under the UN ASSIST Joint Programme. Held in Jakarta on theContinue reading "On the Road Towards a Blue Economy – 12 Blue Sector Start-ups and SMEs Pitch Business Solutions at the Blue Finance Accelerator Demo Day"
ImpactX Perspectives 2023 - A Platform to Share Impactful Business Knowledge
JAKARTA (11 June 2023) – Instellar together with Crevisse Partners successfully held the ImpactX Perspectives 2023 event at the Westin Jakarta hotel. This exclusive event is a meeting place for teams, alumni, partners and investors to exchange knowledge about their respective industries and professional expertise with the aim of forming a strong impactpreneur network soContinue reading "ImpactX Perspectives 2023 – A Platform to Share Impactful Business Knowledge"
Instellar and IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Strengthen Collaboration with Social Enterprises through I-SEA Impact Business Days
I-SEA Impact Business Days is the culmination of Instellar & IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator (I-SEA) programme which took place from October 2021 – July 2023 JAKARTA (7 June 2023) – Instellar and IKEA are holding Instellar & IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Indonesia Accelerator (I-SEA) Impact Business Days on 7-8 June 2023 at the Pullman Thamrin Hotel, Jakarta.Continue reading "Instellar and IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Strengthen Collaboration with Social Enterprises through I-SEA Impact Business Days"
SEED STARTER Holds Advanced Workshop for Ecopreneurs
In February 2023, Instellar held a Design Phase workshop, in Yogyakarta, as part of the SEED Starter program series. SEED Starter is a program created to implement eco-inclusive business ideas into attractive and beneficial products or services for the environment. SEED itself is a global partnership launched by UNEP, UNDP and IUCN at the WorldContinue reading "SEED STARTER Holds Advanced Workshop for Ecopreneurs"
Romy Cahyadi to Serve as Indonesia Impact Alliance Chairperson
With the growing recognition of impact investing as a critical driver for sustainable development in Indonesia, multiple stakeholders join forces to establish Indonesia Impact Alliance as an effort to accelerate the growth of impact investing in the country. The iniative was officially launched on May 10 2023 with Romy Cahyadi, CEO of Instellar, to serve in the BoardContinue reading "Romy Cahyadi to Serve as Indonesia Impact Alliance Chairperson"
Supporting Oxfam in Bringing Change for Gender Equality
Oxfam is a nonprofit organization that is fighting inequality to end poverty and injustice. They brought Instellar on board to implement the Gender Transformative and Responsible Agribusiness Investments in South East Asia (GRAISEA) project in Indonesia. The project aims to improve the livelihoods of small-scale producers in the agriculture sector through inclusive value chains andContinue reading "Supporting Oxfam in Bringing Change for Gender Equality"
Graduate Updates: Waste4Change, TORAJAMELO, and Others
Since 2017, Instellar has been conducting various incubation and acceleration programs and providing professional guidance by implementing the best curriculum for social entrepreneurs. Some of the programs organized by Instellar include Rise Inc., DBS Foundation SE Bootcamp 2019, Instellar & IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Indonesia Accelerator (I-SEA), and many more. Aiming to grow the potential ofContinue reading "Graduate Updates: Waste4Change, TORAJAMELO, and Others"
Graduate Updates: Waste4Change, TORAJAMELO, and Others
Since 2017, Instellar has been conducting various incubation and acceleration programs and providing professional guidance by implementing the best curriculum for social entrepreneurs. Some of the programs organized by Instellar include Rise Inc., DBS Foundation SE Bootcamp 2019, Instellar & IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Indonesia Accelerator (I-SEA), and many more. Aiming to grow the potential ofContinue reading "Graduate Updates: Waste4Change, TORAJAMELO, and Others"
Women of Hear Me: Bridging the Communication Between the Deaf and Hearing Community
To commemorate Women’s History Month this March, we would like to highlight some of the roles that women carry in the professional world, especially in social enterprises. In this interview, we spoke with the co-founders of Hear Me: Athalia Mutiara Laksmi (CEO), Safirah Nur Shabrina (CMO), Octafiani Isna Ariani (COO), Nadya Sahara Putri (Human Resources)Continue reading "Women of Hear Me: Bridging the Communication Between the Deaf and Hearing Community"
SEED Starter: Helping To Raise Impactful Entrepreneurs
It has been Instellar’s commitment since our establishment in 2017 to continue developing and helping social entrepreneurs to have impactful businesses. We play the role as catalyst, consultant, and liaison for the community as the forms of our commitment, to the extent of developing curriculum for incubation and acceleration programs. One of the real actionsContinue reading "SEED Starter: Helping To Raise Impactful Entrepreneurs"
Dari Bali ke Berlin, inilah inspirasi dari I-SEA Changemakers Cohort 2!
I-SEA Changemakers kembali mengukir cerita sukses! Kabar ini datang dari dua usaha sosial, yaitu Conservana dan Java Fresh. Keduanya merupakan peserta I-SEA Cohort 2 yang hadir di pameran internasional bergengsi dan menginisiasi kegiatan untuk memperluas bisnis dan dampak. Yuk, simak kisah mereka! Pada 2-4 Februari 2024 di Bali, Conservana, sebuah usaha sosial yang berfokus padaContinue reading "Dari Bali ke Berlin, inilah inspirasi dari I-SEA Changemakers Cohort 2!"
12 Blue Startups and SMEs Selected for the Blue Finance Accelerator
Jakarta, March 9, 2023 – The Blue Finance Accelerator (BFA), implemented by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) through the UN Accelerating SDGs Investment in Indonesia (ASSIST) Joint Program and the Asian Development Bank (ADB), named the 12 blue ventures selected to participate in an accelerator program, to scale up SDG-aligned impact for the blueContinue reading "12 Blue Startups and SMEs Selected for the Blue Finance Accelerator"
Instellar Today and To Come
Since its founding in 2017, Instellar has worked on various projects and programs as a catalyst, connector and platform for the community to develop business ecosystems and social entrepreneurship. Instellar provides a variety of curriculum for incubation and acceleration programs, offers professional guidance and understands the goals of each company by implementing the best programContinue reading "Instellar Today and To Come"
Celebrate love with I-SEA Changemakers!
How was your Valentine’s Day? Hopefully, our life will be filled with lots of love from all around this month. In this special moment, wouldn’t it be nice to get to know each other and fall in love again? Let us introduce you once more to our cohorts and how the power of love for theContinue reading "Celebrate love with I-SEA Changemakers!"
Celebrate I-SEA Changemakers' milestone with us!
It’s end-of-year season! There are many good news coming from our I-SEA Changemakers. And of course, we want to share it with YOU! I-SEA Showcase Do you know that our SEs had the I-SEA Showcase on the end of September? The Instellar & IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Indonesia Accelerator (I-SEA) Showcase at the Mercure Hotel SerpongContinue reading "Celebrate I-SEA Changemakers’ milestone with us!"
The Blue Finance Accelerator the Joint initiative of UNDP and ADB launches call for applications to entrepreneurs tackling blue sector challenges in Indonesia
Jakarta, December 15th, 2022 – The Blue Finance Accelerator (BFA), presented by The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Asian Development Bank (ADB), in collaboration with the Coordinating Ministry of Maritime and Investment Affairs and Instellar Indonesia, and supported by United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), has launched its call for applications for early-staged SMEs/Startups developing solutionsContinue reading "The Blue Finance Accelerator the Joint initiative of UNDP and ADB launches call for applications to entrepreneurs tackling blue sector challenges in Indonesia"
Sampangan and DuAnyam Crowned at B20 Sustainability 4.0 Awards
Sampangan and Du Anyam were crowned at the B20 Sustainability 4.0 Awards for an award in Reduction and Reuse of Plastics Category and Women in Sustainability Initiative Category respectively. Sampangan, a sustainable waste company that converts waste into value for circular economy, is a SEED Accelerator graduate. SEED Accelerator is a program implemented by InstellarContinue reading "Sampangan and DuAnyam Crowned at B20 Sustainability 4.0 Awards"
Hyundai Motor Group, ‘Hyundai Start-up Challenge 2022’ in Indonesia was Held
Hyundai Motor Group held the ‘Hyundai Start-up Challenge 2022’ Demo Day and Awards Ceremony in Jakarta, Indonesia on November 25th and shared business results from each social venture of this program. Hyundai Start-up Challenge (HSC), which marks its third year in 2022, has selected local social ventures that can create social impact and solveContinue reading "Hyundai Motor Group, ‘Hyundai Start-up Challenge 2022’ in Indonesia was Held"
Events where I-SEA Changemakers be a part of should be the events you won't miss out!
Hi Social Enterprise Founders! It’s the I-SEA Changemakers o’clock! Time to share some intriguing news from our Cohort! But, before we jump in to the details of what to expect (or what activities you can be a part of, that related to our Cohort, of course!) for the upcoming weeks, we would like you to check the newestContinue reading "Events where I-SEA Changemakers be a part of should be the events you won’t miss out!"
The Launch of Sustainable Investment Guidelines
The Ministry of Investment in collaboration with Koalisi Ekonomi Membumi and KADIN have created Sustainable Investment Guidelines that can be used as a guideline by business actors, investors, and government policymakers to drive sustainable investment. This guideline has several primary focus areas namely 1) the concept of sustainable investment, 2) the investment framework, 3) sustainableContinue reading "The Launch of Sustainable Investment Guidelines"
UPPAYA (Usaha Pemudi Pemuda Berdaya) Program
UPPAYA Training Program (Usaha Pemudi Pemuda Berdaya) is an empowerment program for young people in West Sumbawa Regency (KSB) initiated by PT AMMAN and implemented by Instellar. With the success of the first batch of UPPAYA which has been going on since September 2022 until now, as well as to respond the high enthusiasm forContinue reading "UPPAYA (Usaha Pemudi Pemuda Berdaya) Program"
End of Year Meeting 2022
On 12-14 October 2022, the Instellar team held an End of Year Meeting at Novus Giri, Puncak. This meeting is a way for the team to gather offline (due to our work-from-anywhere situation), discuss the company’s achievements in 2022, and have fun together. Day 1 After arriving at the venue, we regrouped to the meetingContinue reading "End of Year Meeting 2022"
Kring Kring Kring from Westbike Messenger! The Future of Logistics is Sepeda!
Hi Social Enterprise Founders! This time, we will share interesting news from one of our Cohorts: Westbike Messenger Service (WMS)! To know more about WMS, check their newest video in collaboration with Inspigo below: Westbike Messenger: The Future of Logistics is SEPEDA! The second I-SEA Peer Learning was held on August 12, 2022. This session was attended not only byContinue reading "Kring Kring Kring from Westbike Messenger! The Future of Logistics is Sepeda!"
SEED Replicator Programme
Do you have plans to start your own impact-creating business, and are looking for the next steps to take? Would you like to refine your existing business idea and collaborate with successful eco-inclusive enterprises worldwide? Are you keen to identify new opportunities, network with like-minded people, and learn from enterprise solutions that work? Learn aboutContinue reading "SEED Replicator Programme"
Ekonomi Membumi Week
Last week, Instellar had the opportunity to visit Ekonomi Membumi Week and attended Smesco Hub Timur’s launch day and sustainability talk hosted by Kopernik and KemBali Becik. Smesco Hub Timur Smesco Hub Timur is an investment hub located in Bali with the aim of promoting local industries in Bali and eastern Indonesia to beContinue reading "Ekonomi Membumi Week"
MSMEs COVID-19 Recovery Program Exhibition
As part of MSMEs COVID-19 Recovery Program, Instellar presents MSMEs COVID-19 Recovery Program Exhibition with the support of Give2Asia and Facebook Ireland. MALA Ecotours and Timba, two out of three selected social enterprises for the program, were invited to host a talk show related to their respective projects. Joined by Pak Dathenus Moleda Bani fromContinue reading "MSMEs COVID-19 Recovery Program Exhibition"
Hack-SUP Dining + Fostering Futures Party
On Saturday, September 10th, 2022, Instellar and one of Hack-SUP Innovation Lab’s startup Plépah successfully held the Hack-SUP Dining + Fostering Futures Party at the Urban Forest, Grange Park Cipete, South Jakarta. The mini sustainability and circularity focused festival was to discuss the single-use plastic problem in the F&B industry in Indonesia and its transition to more environmentally friendly solutions, asContinue reading "Hack-SUP Dining + Fostering Futures Party"
Are you ready for the I-SEA Changemakers Collaborations? We packed it here for you!
Hi Social Enterprise Founders! Thank you for being Instellar & IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Indonesia Accelerator (I-SEA) subscribers! We hope that you enjoy the monthly news from our cohort. As we promised before, we’re going to share some inspiring cohort collaborations. 2. Koinpack x Duitin Koinpack is a social enterprise that provides daily necessities products in returnable and reusable packaging. InContinue reading "Are you ready for the I-SEA Changemakers Collaborations? We packed it here for you!"
Instellar is a Part of Koalisi Ekonomi Membumi
Koalisi Ekonomi Membumi (KEM) is a collective of ESG-focused organizations whose purpose is to boost Indonesia’s investing ecosystem. Consisting of multi-stakeholders from government representatives, private associations, ecosystem enablers, to networks of many sustainable SMEs, Koalisi Ekonomi Membumi aims to encourage the growth of sustainable business products in Indonesia. By being a part of Koalisi EkonomiContinue reading "Instellar is a Part of Koalisi Ekonomi Membumi"
The Importance Role of Hands-on Support in The I-SEA Program
For most social entrepreneurs, challenges often beset them with respect to limited resources and access to mentorship, putting pressure to scale for more societal benefit. In these battles, supportive programs like the Instellar & IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator (I-SEA) become indispensable. It is because of this strong framework of support and guidance that I-SEA shall not onlyContinue reading "The Importance Role of Hands-on Support in The I-SEA Program"
SEED Replicator Workshop in Yogyakarta
Around 30 participants from circular economy and agriculture sectors joined SEED Replicator Workshop in Yogyakarta last week. During the two-day workshop, participants deep dived into the business models and toolkits used by real-world eco-inclusive enterprises then used them as reference for their own business. Day 1 On Friday, 18 November 2022, the SEED Replicator participantsContinue reading "SEED Replicator Workshop in Yogyakarta"
Knock, knock! We have some exciting news from I-SEA Changemakers!
Hi Social Enterprise Founders! After officially welcoming the I-SEA Changemakers to the Instellar & IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Indonesia Accelerator (I-SEA) through the Program Launch last April, we are glad to see how they have bloomed until today. We have gathered some exciting news about our I-SEA Changemakers! Are you ready to dig a little deeper about it? Before that,Continue reading "Knock, knock! We have some exciting news from I-SEA Changemakers!"
Instellar and IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Indonesia Accelerator 2021: Build Businesses in an Equal and Inclusive Society
Instellar and IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Indonesia Accelerator 2021: Build Businesses in an Equal and Inclusive Society Jakarta, [Date] – After more than a year through the Covid-19 pandemic, social entrepreneurs have proven that their participation has played an important role not only in the business ecosystem, but also in maintaining the quality of life of theContinue reading "Instellar and IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Indonesia Accelerator 2021: Build Businesses in an Equal and Inclusive Society"
PT MRT Jakarta (Perseroda) Mengadakan Kick-Off MRTJ Accel 2021
Jakarta, 18 Juni 2021. Sebagai bentuk dukungan dan kerja sama terhadap dunia perusahaan rintisan (startup), PT MRT Jakarta (Perseroda) mengadakan Program Akselerator untuk Startup Indonesia bernama MRTJ Accel untuk kedua kalinya di tahun 2021 ini. Program ini bertujuan untuk mengintegrasikan perusahaan rintisan (startup) dengan ekosistem MRT Jakarta sehingga dapat membentuk produk dan service baru, yangContinue reading "PT MRT Jakarta (Perseroda) Mengadakan Kick-Off MRTJ Accel 2021"
How To Find Your Life Purpose and Understanding Yourself
“The search for purpose and meaning is fundamentally human; the uniting trait of our species.” ― Zach Mercurio On 22nd – 24th January 2019, Instellar held the first workshop for Rise Inc.7 titled Impactful Leadership Workshop. The purpose of this workshop is to nurture leadership both on a personal and interpersonal level. The personal andContinue reading "How To Find Your Life Purpose and Understanding Yourself"
How To Find The Right Partner For Your Social Enterprise
Looking to go into business with a partner? Partnerships in business can be tricky. Finding the right person can multiply your business’s ability to succeed and grow. But if you get the wrong one, it could make your business going down. Before you decide to go into business with a partner, Joanne Shoneshine, founder ofContinue reading "How To Find The Right Partner For Your Social Enterprise"
5 Tips to Build Successful Social Enterprise
One of the most common challenges in adopting social entrepreneurship is the struggle to survive. Many social enterprises fail because of lack of infrastructure and funding. According to Nidhi Singh, Correspondent at www.entrepreneur.com there are 5 tips about how to build successful social entrepreneurship. 1. Believe In Yourself. One of the most challenging for socialContinue reading "5 Tips to Build Successful Social Enterprise"
Aiming To Revolutionize The Tech Scene With Blockchain Technology
The invention of bitcoin in 2010 by an enigmatic figure known only by the moniker “Satoshi Nakamoto” sparked a technological revolution that spawned similar tokens. Now called “cryptocurrencies,” these digital coins are not plagued by concerns that traditional or fiat money usually faces, such as volatile monetary regulations and potential corruption involving banks and governments. From justContinue reading "Aiming To Revolutionize The Tech Scene With Blockchain Technology"
Remake City Jakarta: Startup Acceleration Program for Access to Funding
The startup ecosystem development in Indonesia has been growing rapidly since the last few years. However, this development cannot be separated from the many challenges that must be faced by the startup founders, one of which is the lack of access to funding. Several ways have been taken by startups in Indonesia to get funding,Continue reading "Remake City Jakarta: Startup Acceleration Program for Access to Funding"
Understanding the Right Funding for Social Enterprise Workshop
On 27th – 28th November 2018, Instellar held the last workshop for Rise Inc.6 titled Understanding The Right Funding for Social Enterprise. Finding the right funders and securing finances can be a challenging, time-consuming, and complicated process. According to Amy Millman, president of Springboard Enterprises, an accelerator for women-led businesses in technology, media and lifeContinue reading "Understanding the Right Funding for Social Enterprise Workshop"
I-SEA Peer Learning
After a series of online meetings, Instellar & IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Indonesia Accelerator (I-SEA) organized peer learning sessions in which I-SEA Changemakers can meet face-to-face to discuss with and learn from each other. Peer learning is about involving everyone in the process, so in these offline meetings everyone takes turn to share the experience ofContinue reading "I-SEA Peer Learning"
JALA Tech was Awarded as One of the TOP 100 Echelon Asia Summit 2018
JALA is a startup Internet of Things (IoT) devices that aim to help shrimp farmers in Indonesia improve their productivity in shrimp farming. The founders of JALA, Syauqy Nurul Aziz, Aryo Wiryawan, Raynalfie Raharjo, and Liris Maduningtyas are friends since they were studying in university. They often worked together as a team in many competitionsContinue reading "JALA Tech was Awarded as One of the TOP 100 Echelon Asia Summit 2018"
53 Organisasi yang Berpengaruh dalam Perkembangan Startup Sosial di Indonesia
Ikhtisar Saat ini, banyak orang membicarakan tren startup sosial yang kian berkembang di Indonesia. Namun, hanya sedikit dari mereka yang mengetahui bagaimana cara untuk mulai menjalankan startup bermisi sosial tersebut di tanah air, dan siapa yang harus mereka temui. Karena alasan tersebut, Angel Investment Network Indonesia (ANGIN)dan UNDP pun merilis artikel ini agar kamu bisa mengenal organisasi-organisasi yang berperan penting dalam perkembangan startup sosialContinue reading "53 Organisasi yang Berpengaruh dalam Perkembangan Startup Sosial di Indonesia"
DBS-NUS Social Venture Challenge Asia 2018 – Announcement of Top 100 Shortlisted Teams
Instellar is very happy to hear that our Social Enterprise from Rise Inc Stars (GandengTangan.org, Mendekor Indonesia, Kendal Agro Atsiri) and Remake City Jakarta (Nazava) becoming the top 100 social ventures who made it to the next roun of the DBS-NUS Social Venture Challenge Asia 2018. See who made the list @ https://goo.gl/ScS2kX Proud ofContinue reading "DBS-NUS Social Venture Challenge Asia 2018 – Announcement of Top 100 Shortlisted Teams"
Korea Social Investment Foundation and Instellar Join Efforts to Support Impact Enterprises in Asia
SINGAPORE, 5 June, 2018ㅡThe Korea Social Investment Foundation (KSIF, Impact Factory) and Instellar (Jakarta, Indonesia) signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU) in Singapore on June 5th to promote and vitalize the impact enterprise ecosystem across Asia. KSIF, a pioneer of impact finance in Korea, and Instellar, a social venture incubating and accelerating company in Indonesia, willContinue reading "Korea Social Investment Foundation and Instellar Join Efforts to Support Impact Enterprises in Asia"
Start-up Assistance Organizations in Indonesia: Taxonomy and Landscape
ANGIN, supported by the Sasakawa Peace Foundation from Japan, has launched a new research report titled, ‘Start-up Assistance Organizations in Indonesia: Taxonomy and Landscape’. First of its kind, the report dissects and maps the landscape of start-up assistance organizations (SAOs) – defined as entities that offer a spectrum of support services to entrepreneurs and ventures atContinue reading "Start-up Assistance Organizations in Indonesia: Taxonomy and Landscape"
ARISE: The Industrial Revolution 4.0 for Social Innovation
Jakarta, 26 April 2018 – The industrial revolution 4.0 has been present in everyday life. The term blockchain, big data, and cryptocurrency already crowded discussed by society at large. Presence of various online platform that connects users of transportation with driver is one of the early indications of the entry of the industrial revolution 4.0Continue reading "ARISE: The Industrial Revolution 4.0 for Social Innovation"
ARISE: The Industrial Revolution 4.0 for Social Innovation
Jakarta, 26 April 2018 – The industrial revolution 4.0 has been present in everyday life. The term blockchain, big data, and cryptocurrency already crowded discussed by society at large. Presence of various online platform that connects users of transportation with driver is one of the early indications of the entry of the industrial revolution 4.0Continue reading "ARISE: The Industrial Revolution 4.0 for Social Innovation"
Du’Anyam Receives Investment from Northstar Foundation
Du’Anyam, Indonesia’s first social enterprise focusing on wicker crafts, is pleased to announce that it has received an investment from the Northstar Foundation. Du’Anyam produces and distributes wicker crafts to empower women, promote culture, and improve maternal and child health in rural Indonesia. The company provides quality and design improvement training for weavers and connectsContinue reading "Du’Anyam Receives Investment from Northstar Foundation"