The perfect blend of innovation and empathy wins ‘Employer of Choice’
Kopi Kenangan secured the ultimate distinction of Employer of Choice at the HR Stars Awards Indonesia by successfully institutionalising a “Start from the Heart” (Mulai dari Hati) philosophy across a massive global footprint. This grand honour was not the result of a single programme, but rather a fundamental transformation of the employee-partner relationship that allowed […]
Small team, big impact, gold win
Home Credit Indonesia secured the Employer of Choice Gold Award by moving beyond the traditional role of a support function in the 2025-2026 HR Stars Awards Indonesia. The company’s success is rooted in a fundamental belief that a high-performing business is not built through massive headcount but through the extreme efficiency of a lean, cross-functional […]
Redesigning HR through exceptional leadership
Michael Eka Wijaya has been named a Gold awardee at the 2025-2026 HR Stars Awards, securing the runner-up position for Best Up and Coming HR Leader. This recognition highlights emerging professionals who are reshaping their organisations through exceptional leadership and tangible results. Since joining PT Rumah Peri Ciptarasa (Maison Féerie) in mid-2025 as Senior Human […]
Kopi Kenangan’s “Start from the Heart” work strategy
Kopi Kenangan has been named the Gold awardee at the 2025-2026 HR Stars Awards, securing the runner-up position in the Best Flexible Working Strategies masterclass. This recognition highlights a workplace model that has successfully balanced the rapid expansion of a 1,000-store global empire with a deeply human “Serving with Heart” philosophy. Under the direction of Orri Pasaribu, […]
More than just a cup: Kopi Kenangan’s culture is gold standard
Kopi Kenangan has been officially recognised for its vibrant and inclusive internal atmosphere, taking home the award for Best Workplace Culture and Environment at the HR Stars Awards. This prestigious category celebrates organisations that go above and beyond to create a workspace where employees feel genuinely comfortable, supported, and appropriately challenged. Led by Group Talent […]
The new standard of HR leadership at DHL Supply Chain
Ester Gladys Karen has been named the Best Up and Coming HR Leader at the 2025-2026 HR Stars Awards, marking her as one of the most promising young professionals in the Indonesian HR landscape. This specific award recognises emerging leaders who are making a significant difference within their organisations through tangible accomplishments and a proactive […]
Growth by design at Home Credit Indonesia
Home Credit Indonesia has been recognised for its exceptional commitment to workforce development by winning the Best Training Interventions award at the HR Stars Awards. The company stood out for its ability to integrate structured learning directly into the flow of work, ensuring that capability building is not just an HR initiative but a core […]
How Bukalapak built a future-ready workforce
When Bukalapak decided to refocus its entire organisation around four core business pillars in 2025, the leadership team knew that strategy alone would not be enough to achieve sustainable profit. Success would depend on the 40.68% of employees who suddenly faced significant skill gaps in their evolving roles. This challenge birthed the “Learning to Thrive” […]
Beyond the headcount: Home Credit’s resilient workforce
Home Credit Indonesia has claimed the prestigious Best HR Team award at the HR Stars Awards, proving that an organisation’s impact is defined by the quality of its collaboration rather than the size of its headcount. This award is reserved for teams of 4 to 10 members who work with such synergy that their collective […]
The heart and soul of a unicorn leader
Gemini Aryanto has been named the Best HR Leader at the 2025-2026 HR Stars Awards Indonesia, a recognition that celebrates his profound impact on the human resources landscape within Kopi Kenangan. This award honours top-tier HR executives who demonstrate full authority and responsibility for the advancement of their organisation’s people function. Since stepping into the […]
