Angela Herliani Tanoesoedibjo, From Media Conglomerate to the Government Stage

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Beautiful, brilliant, and highly accomplished. Her elegance and sharp intellect shine through. A rare talent with outstanding success in media, business, and government. Truly inspiring!

Angela Herliani Tanoesoedibjo is a prominent young Indonesian figure who has excelled in two major sectors: media business and government. As the eldest daughter of conglomerate Hary Tanoesoedibjo and Liliana Tanoesoedibjo, she not only followed her father's footsteps in the MNC Group but also made history as the youngest Deputy Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy (Wamen Parekraf) in the 2019–2024 cabinet term.

Profile and Family Background
Angela Herliani Tanoesoedibjo was born in Ottawa, Canada, on April 23, 1987. She is the first of five children. Her family is known as one of Indonesia's largest conglomerates, controlling the MNC Group, which operates in media, financial services, and property.
  1. Detail: Full Name
    • Information: Angela Herliani Tanoesoedibjo
  2. Detail: Born
    • Information: April 23, 1987, Ottawa, Canada
  3. Detail: Education
    • Information: University of Technology Sydney & University of New South Wales, Australia
  4. Detail: Key Position
    • Information: Deputy Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy (2019–2024)
  5. Detail: Spouse
    • Information: Michael Dharmajaya
  6. Detail: Parents
    • Information: Hary Tanoesoedibjo and Liliana Tanoesoedibjo
Education and Business Career Trajectory
Angela Tanoesoedibjo's educational background is highly distinguished. She pursued her higher education in Australia:
  • Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney (UTS).
  • Master of Commerce with a specialization in Finance from the University of New South Wales (UNSW).
After completing her studies, Angela immediately became active in her family's company, the MNC Group, where she held various strategic positions:

Role in MNC Group:
  • Media Sector. She is known for her intense involvement in the digital media and television business. She served as Managing Director for several TV stations (such as RCTI, GTV, and MNCTV) and oversaw print media content.
  • Innovation. In 2008, she was a co-founder and Editor-in-Chief for HighEnd and HighEnd Teen magazines, demonstrating her interest in premium content development and market strategy.
  • Recognition. Her success in the business world led to her inclusion in Forbes magazine's list of "40 Under 40".
Political and Governmental Journey
The major turning point in Angela's career was her entry into practical politics. She joined the Perindo Party (Partai Persatuan Indonesia), founded by her father.

Deputy Minister of Tourism
and Creative Economy (Wamen Parekraf)
On October 25, 2019, Angela Tanoesoedibjo was inaugurated by President Joko Widodo as the Wamen Parekraf, serving alongside Minister Wishnutama Kusubandio (later replaced by Sandiaga Uno). Her appointment at the age of 32 made her the youngest deputy minister in the Cabinet Indonesia Maju at that time.

As Wamen Parekraf, her key roles included:
  • Development of Super Priority Destinations. Assisting in the acceleration of development and promotion for five super priority tourist destinations.
  • Creative Economy. Boosting the creative economy sector, particularly in the fashion, culinary, and craft subsectors, to be more competitive.
  • Digitalization. Bringing a youth perspective and integrating digital technology for tourism promotion and creative services.
Legislative Candidacy
Angela has also run as a candidate for the House of Representatives (DPR RI) in the 2019 and 2024 elections, representing the East Java I electoral district. In July 2024, she was also appointed as the Chairwoman of the Perindo Party, succeeding her father.

Personal Life
Angela Tanoesoedibjo married Michael Dharmajaya in 2012. The couple has two children. Despite her demanding schedule in business and politics, Angela often shares moments with her family on social media, demonstrating her commitment to balancing her career and personal life.

Legacy and Impact
Angela Herliani Tanoesoedibjo represents a generation of young Indonesians who have stepped into the political arena and government, bringing with them a wealth of business knowledge, international education, and a digital perspective. Her presence in the cabinet reflects a new trend in Indonesian politics, where young people with professional backgrounds and prominent family ties are gaining key roles in public policymaking.