About us

Collaboration for
sustainable progress.

Kusuma Academy works alongside governments, institutions, private organizations, and communities to create sustainable progress through training, consulting, assistance, research, and empowerment.

Our purpose

We help people and organizations find practical answers, move with confidence, and turn collaboration into lasting impact.

People & organizations Ideas into action
Vision

A trusted strategic partner for sustainable growth.

To become the strategic partner of choice for governments, institutions, and private organizations in achieving sustainable progress and growth.

Mission
01

Provide relevant training, consulting, and assistance that strengthen the capabilities of individuals and organizations.

02

Conduct research and studies in academic, political, economic, social, management, public policy, and environmental fields.

03

Build a collaborative ecosystem that supports community empowerment and sustainable economic growth.

Our team

Meet the people
behind the progress.

A multidisciplinary team that connects facilitation, research, strategy, and technology to support meaningful growth.

Dr. Kurniawan Muhammad โ€” Founder

Dr. Kurniawan Muhammad

Founder

A senior practitioner, academic, and ecosystem builder with extensive experience in media and public communication. Currently serving as a Director within the Jawa Pos Group network with proven expertise in building multiplatform media. He holds a Doctorate in Public Policy from Universitas Brawijaya and a Masterโ€™s in Political Science from Universitas Airlangga. Having previously led regional marketing and journalism organizations, he focuses on bridging public communication, policy research, and talent development.

Muhammad Shindid Maulana โ€” Co Founder & CEO

Muhammad Shindid Maulana

Co Founder & CEO

Leads an integrated business holding across five lines spanning technology, education, brand activation, and commerce under the "Circular Value Loop" model, alongside ventures in AI-powered trade compliance and workforce staffing. LPDP Awardee and alumnus of the MSc in Venture Creation program at NUS. Focuses on designing modern business ecosystems and empowering MSMEs through digital downstreaming.

Yoga Abi Zakaria โ€” COO

Yoga Abi Zakaria

COO

Brings over 5 years of experience managing business incubation programs, digital entrepreneurship, and government projects. Holds a Master's in Business Administration from ITB ASIA Malang. Proven track record leading over 10 incubation initiatives engaging hundreds of participants, with current focus on project management and digital education acceleration.

Muhammad Hifzhan Silmi โ€” CTO

Muhammad Hifzhan Silmi

CTO

With more than five years of experience developing digital systems for government institutions, state-owned enterprises, private companies, and diverse organizations, he leads system architecture, product development, service integration, and infrastructure as CTO to keep Kusuma Academy reliable, scalable, and relevant to its users.

Fitri Nur Ilahi Nisa โ€” Forum Lead

Fitri Nur Ilahi Nisa

Forum Lead

A community facilitator and program strategy practitioner in digital business management, specializing in MSME empowerment, ecosystem building, and audience engagement. Proven track record in directing high-impact forums to foster collaborative and solution-oriented dialogue. Skilled in digital engagement analytics and community growth, with a focus on bridging stakeholders and boosting active participation.

Handoyo Tejo Wasito โ€” Advisory Lead

Handoyo Tejo Wasito

Advisory Lead

With over 15 years of professional experience, he has spent more than 4 years specializing in business consulting. He holds a BNSP certification in Human Resource Management and has experience supporting individuals and organizations in developing their capabilities and achieving business objectives.

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