This 23 and 24 April 2025, global media company Monocle will stage their annual business gathering, The Chiefs 2025, at the ballroom of 25hours Hotel Jakarta The Oddbird. In partnership with Agung Sedayu Realestat Indonesia (ASRI), the conference invites global and local business leaders to learn and network, featuring keynote speakers from industry experts hand-picked by Monocle.
Moncole, renowned for their print publications offering their signature insights into lifestyle, travel, business, design and more, have built a global audience of discerning readers, listeners and shoppers. The Chiefs is Moncole’s flagship event where leaders and innovators across industries gather together to discuss the future of business, share strategies, and forecast trends.
Previous successful editions were held in iconic locations such as Dallas, St. Moritz, and Hong Kong. This April, ASRI is proud to play an important role in bringing The Chiefs to Jakarta for the event’s first-ever appearance in Southeast Asia. Having built and designed some of Jakarta’s most impactful and innovative new spaces, from District 8 to Menara Jakarta, the group’s mission is to solidify Jakarta’s reputation as a global destination. Bringing this prestigious conference is sure to further this agenda and put the city on the map.
“Indonesia is the largest economy in one of the world’s most dynamic regions and we’re lining up a group of some of Asia’s most exciting thinkers and entrepreneurs. We look forward to an inspiring day of dialogue and opportunity that will set the tone for business leaders in the years to come,” says Tyler Brûlé, Monocle’s Editorial Director and Founder of The Chiefs.
Led by Tyler Brûlé, Andrew Tuck and Monocle’s editors, participants will hear the media company’s take on industry trends for 2025, and learn about the latest opportunities and challenges across South east Asia and beyond. Guest speakers include top CEOs and founders on their business successes, and be introduced to next-gen speakers. Previous speakers include Mayor of Athens, Kostas Bakoyannis; Chairwoman of The Mall Group, Supaluck Umpujh; and Indonesia’s own Noni Purnomo, Chairperson of Blue Bird Group Holding.
Of course, another highlight will be the opportunity to connect with Monocle’s engaged community of more than 100 international business leaders, and to spend time with Monocle’s editors.
The conference includes a welcome cocktail reception on Wednesday, 23 April, followed by a full-day conference, lunch and dinner on Thursday, 24 April.
“Hosting The Chiefs 2025 in Jakarta is an extraordinary moment for ASRI. We have been passionate about creating environments that foster innovation, connect communities, and elevate the urban experience. This collaboration with Monocle is a significant milestone in that mission, bringing together some of the brightest minds from around the world. Jakarta is now firmly positioned as part of the leaders in the global business landscape, and The Chiefs will undoubtedly add to its position as a hub for meaningful dialogue and opportunity.” stated CEO of ASRI, Alexander H. Kusuma.
For information and tickets please visit:
asri.co.id/the-chiefs-2025-join-us
