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From UBSI Alumna to Business Leader: Retno Utami's Entrepreneurial Journey

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Retno Utami, an alumna of UBSI Purwokerto's Information Systems program, successfully established and now leads PT Dotami.
  • She credits her university education in technology, management, and entrepreneurship for providing a strong foundation for her business career.
  • Utami encourages continuous learning and embracing new challenges, emphasizing that age is not a barrier to growth and success.

Retno Utami, an alumna of Universitas Bina Sarana Informatika (UBSI) Purwokerto, has successfully transitioned from academia to entrepreneurship, now leading her own company, PT Dotami.

Utami's journey highlights the practical application of her education in Information Systems. She emphasized that the knowledge gained in technology, management, and entrepreneurship during her studies at UBSI provided a crucial foundation for navigating the business world. The challenges she faced in building her company were met with a commitment to continuous learning and adaptation, core principles she developed during her university years.

Age is just a number. There is no such thing as too late to learn. As long as we have the desire to grow, there is always an opportunity to become better. Never be afraid to start something new, because every process will lead us to valuable experience.

โ€” Retno UtamiThe owner of PT Dotami, sharing her philosophy on learning and entrepreneurship.

"Age is just a number. There is no such thing as too late to learn. As long as we have the desire to grow, there is always an opportunity to become better. Never be afraid to start something new, because every process will lead us to valuable experience," Utami shared. This philosophy underscores her belief in seizing opportunities and embracing personal development, regardless of age.

UBSI Purwokerto, through its BSI Career Center and BSI Entrepreneur Center, actively supports students in developing entrepreneurial skills. Coordinator Joko Dwi Mulyanto praised Utami's achievement as a testament to the potential of UBSI graduates, stating, "Retno Utami is a real example that graduates from UBSI Purwokerto have great potential to become successful entrepreneurs." The university aims to foster an innovative and adaptive mindset among students, encouraging them to create their own opportunities.

Retno Utami is a real example that graduates from UBSI Purwokerto have great potential to become successful entrepreneurs.

โ€” Joko Dwi MulyantoCoordinator of BSI Career Center (BCC) at UBSI Purwokerto, commenting on the achievements of an alumna.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.