The Utomo Brothers Awarded EY Entrepreneur of the Year Indonesia 2024

Jakarta, Indonesia – IDN Founder and CEO, Winston Utomo, and Founder and COO, William Utomo, have been awarded the EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2024. This recognition celebrates their visionary leadership, entrepreneurial spirit, and transformative work in establishing IDN as Indonesia’s leading consumer technology company.

The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024 Award recognizes leaders who exemplify exceptional innovation, strategic insight, and the ability to create lasting social and economic impact.

The two brothers have redefined Indonesia’s media and entertainment landscape for Millennials and Gen Z, building a diverse and inclusive platform that integrates technology, content, and community to inspire and empower society.

Under their leadership, IDN has transformed from a digital media company into a comprehensive consumer technology company, structured around four key pillars: digital media, livestreaming, the creator economy, and entertainment.

Each pillar is crafted to meet the needs of Indonesia’s wide-ranging demographics, bridging cultural, social, and economic divides. This award reflects their enduring commitment to innovation, inclusive vision for Indonesia’s digital future, and dedication to fostering a positive youth culture.

“Being recognized as EY Entrepreneur of the Year is an incredible honor, and being in the community
alongside such remarkable visionaries and business leaders is both humbling and inspiring,” said Winston. “This award is dedicated to the true heart of our company, Timmy (our team): Thank you. They are the true winners of this honor. It’s the Timmy, along with our customers, partners, and shareholders, who make IDN what it is today.” 

William echoed this sentiment, saying, “At the heart of our mission is our name: IDN, equals Indonesia. We firmly believe that no great nation is built without its young generation, and we are committed to empowering the young generation to shape the future of our country. In the end, our vision at IDN is not just for us; it’s for all of us.”

The previous winners for EY Entrepreneur of the Year include Dr. Ir. Ciputra, Dato’ Sri Prof. DR. Tahir, Jakob Oetama, Djoenaedi Joesoef, Sudhamek AWS, Edwin Soeryadjaya, Nadiem A. Makarim, Otto Toto Sugiri, Johannes Suriadjaja, Yozua Makes, Budiarto Halim, Haryanto Adikoesoemo, and many more.

By receiving the honor, Winston and William will be the youngest recipients in the history of the prestigious award.

The Utomo brothers will represent Indonesia in the EY World Entrepreneur Of the Year in Monaco,
where visionary founders, transformative CEOs, and business leaders from around the world meet in
the ultimate global event for entrepreneurs.

This annual award celebrates the accomplishments of intrepid leaders whose vision and innovation create long-term value and build a better working world.

EY Indonesia commended their pioneering achievements, emphasizing how their leadership advances not only the media industry but also fosters a more inclusive, informed, and empowered society. Their journey exemplifies the transformative power of purpose-driven leadership, innovation, and resilience in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape.