Dharma: From Music Stardom to CEO of Leading Indonesian Power Company
Dharma, known by his stage name Ananta during his music career, vividly recalls his humble beginnings when he performed in a theme park parking lot for an audience of only 50 people, overshadowed by parked buses. Despite these modest origins, his passion for music drove him to excel, and soon, Ananta's performances filled numerous events, including the Mega Stars Concert organized by RCTI television.
One of Ananta's most cherished memories is of a stadium filled with 30,000 people passionately singing along to his songs. "I stopped singing so I could hear them sing the entire refrain of the song. It was beautiful," he fondly reminisced. He also gained recognition for his iconic music videos featuring nine of Indonesia's top models.
Despite his success in music, Dharma felt a calling to contribute to the world through the business realm. He transitioned from the stage to the corporate world, leaving behind the life of a touring musician for a career that would have a broader impact.
New York, NY – [09/12/2023] – In a remarkable tale of transformation, Dharma, the current CEO of one of Indonesia's largest power companies, has a career history as a music sensation. This eclectic journey from the stage to the boardroom paints a picture of relentless determination and achievement.
About Dharma:
Dharma, formerly known as Ananta in the music world, began his career in humble settings, performing to small audiences in theme park parking lots. Despite modest beginnings, his passion for music catapulted him to stardom, filling stadiums and earning recognition for iconic music videos.
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According to Dharma, two key ingredients for successful company transformation are a steadfast focus on the company's mission and the empowerment of the workforce to achieve set targets.
Beyond his professional achievements, Dharma is an avid traveler who has explored five of the seven continents and visited over 50 countries. He treasures the experience of immersing himself in new cultures, meeting people from diverse backgrounds, and savoring a variety of cuisines.
Dharma's life journey has imparted valuable lessons, with perseverance and resilience being two of the most crucial. "If you fail nine times, you have to get up 10 times. That's how life and career are; if you never fall, it means you are not trying hard enough," Dharma advises, encapsulating the spirit of his extraordinary journey.
After several years at Citibank and entrepreneurial ventures, Dharma pursued further education at INSEAD in France, a renowned business school. He earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree, opening doors to opportunities at McKinsey, a prestigious management consulting firm.
During his four-year tenure at McKinsey, Dharma's desire to implement change led him to PT Ancora Indonesia Resources Tbk (OKAS). He served as President Director of OKAS, facing a significant challenge when its subsidiary, PT Multi Nitrotama Kimia (MNK), was embroiled in a crisis.
Dharma's exceptional managerial skills shone during his leadership at MNK, where he spearheaded a transformation of the company's operations. In just two years, he successfully turned the company around, achieving the highest performance in its history.