Profile of Dito Ariotedjo, the Youngest Minister of Youth and Sports Trusted Again in the Red and White Cabinet

Kapanlagi.com - In the series of cabinet inauguration, on Monday (21/10/2024), President Prabowo officially inaugurated 109 ministers and deputy ministers to fill the ranks of the Red and White Cabinet. Among the names inaugurated, Dito Ariotedjo stood out, as he was once again trusted to lead the Ministry of Youth and Sports (Kemenpora).

The man born on September 25, 1990, previously held the same position at the end of the Advanced Indonesia Cabinet under the leadership of President Joko Widodo and Vice President Ma'ruf Amin. His reappointment as Minister of Youth and Sports demonstrates the consistent trust in his efforts to advance the youth and sports sector in Indonesia.

Dito Ariotedjo is not only known as the youngest minister in the Red and White Cabinet, but also as a successful entrepreneur. The combination of his experience in government and his success in the business world makes him an interesting figure to know more about. Curious about the complete biography of the youngest Minister of Youth and Sports in Indonesian history? Let's take a closer look at the explanation below.

1. Brief Profile of Dito Ariotedjo

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Ario Bimo Nandito Ariotedjo, or better known as Dito Ariotedjo, was born on September 25, 1990. This 34-year-old man pursued higher education at the Faculty of Law, University of Indonesia, where he successfully obtained a Bachelor of Laws degree.

After completing his education, Dito began to spread his wings in the business world. One of his significant achievements is founding RANS Sport with two business partners, Raffi Ahmad and Rudy Salim, which has since grown into one of the key players in the domestic sports industry.

In line with his career development in the business world, Dito also began to carve a path in politics with the Golkar Party. His role in the party has become increasingly significant since he was entrusted with the position of Chairman of the DPP Angkatan Muda Pembaharuan Indonesia (AMPI) and Chairman of the DPP Golkar Party's Social Innovation and Community Organizations Division.

2. Biography of Dito Ariotedjo

Name: Ario Bimo Nandito Ariotedjo/Dito Ariotedjo

Nickname: Dito

Born: September 25, 1990

Age: 34 years

Religion: Islam

Education: University of Indonesia

Occupation: Businessman and Politician

Political Party: Golkar (2016–present)

Partner: Niena Kirana Riskyana

Children: 1

Name: Ario Bimo Nandito Ariotedjo/Dito Ariotedjo

Nickname: Dito

Born: September 25, 1990

Age: 34 years

Religion: Islam

Education: University of Indonesia

Occupation: Businessman, Politician

Political Party: Golkar (2016–present)

Partner: Niena Kirana Riskyana

Children: 1

3. Educational Background of Dito Ariotedjo

Dito Ariotedjo completed his elementary education at SD Tarakanita 2 Jakarta, then continued his junior high education at SMP Al-Izhar Jakarta. After that, he pursued his senior high education at SMA Negeri 6 Jakarta. His academic journey continued to higher education, where he successfully completed his Bachelor of Law program at the Faculty of Law, University of Indonesia in 2012.

During his studies at the University of Indonesia, Dito not only focused on academic achievements but also actively developed his leadership potential through various student organization activities. He was entrusted with a strategic position as the General Treasurer of the Student Executive Board of the Faculty of Law UI (BEM FH UI). In addition, Dito also played an active role in the Islamic Student Association (HMI) of the Law Commission at UI.

4. Dito Ariotedjo's Political Career

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In the political arena, the son of Arie Prabowo and Arti Laksmigati Ariotedjo began his career with the Golkar Party since 2016. During the 2016-2022 period, he served as the Chairman of the Indonesian Youth Renewal Forces (AMPI), the youth wing of the Golkar Party.

Moreover, his achievements and innovations led Dito to become the Chairman of the DPP Golkar Party for Social Innovation and Mass Organizations, making him the youngest chairman in the history of the party symbolized by the banyan tree. Currently, he is also entrusted as the Head of the Innovation and Creativity Agency of the DPP Golkar Party.

His political journey reached a significant momentum when Dito was appointed as the Spokesperson for the Presidential and Vice Presidential Candidates Joko Widodo - Ma'ruf Amin in 2019. His credibility grew further when on April 3, 2023, President Joko Widodo appointed him as the Minister of Youth and Sports in the Advanced Indonesia Cabinet.

Now, under the leadership of President Prabowo Subianto, Dito is once again entrusted to continue his duties as Minister of Youth and Sports in the Red and White Cabinet. This proves his consistency and competence in advancing the youth and sports sector in Indonesia.

5. Dito Ariotedjo's Career in the Business World

Dito Ariotedjo built the foundation of his business through Grupara Ventures in 2019, a parent company that encompasses various fields of business ranging from energy, defense, coworking space, to start-ups. His role in the business world has become increasingly significant with his position as the President Commissioner at PT Kartika Kara Eka Nusa and Syailendra Pangan Indonesia.

Dito Ariotedjo's business journey reached an important milestone in 2021 when he, along with two partners, Raffi Ahmad and Rudy Salim, founded RANS Sport. In addition, they also expanded their business footprint into the world of basketball by establishing RANS PIK Basketball Club.

His involvement in the sports world does not stop there; Dito is also active as an administrator of the Indonesian Cycling Sports Association (ISSI) DKI Jakarta and serves as a Member of the Advisory Board of the Central Board of the Indonesian Basketball Association (PP Perbasi).

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