Indonesia Creative Economy Investment Summit 2026

Invest in Imagination. Empower the Nation.

Submit Your Startup Project View Event Roadmap
7
Priority Subsectors
300+
Startups Expected
50+
Investors
3
Event Phases
creative
Join us in shaping the future of Indonesia creative economy. Connect with investors, showcase your projects, and accelerate your creative venture

About ICEIS 2026

The Indonesia Creative Economy Investment Summit 2026 is a national platform designed to accelerate the growth of Indonesia’s creative sector by bridging innovative startups with investors, industry leaders, and policymakers.

Built around the vision “Invest in Imagination, Empower the Nation” the summit showcases Indonesia’s most promising creative talents, provides access to curated funding opportunities, and strengthens collaboration across the entire ecosystem.

This event serves as a gateway for creative startups to gain visibility, pitch their ideas, unlock Series A/B investments, and connect with a global network of partners committed to shaping the future of Indonesia’s creative economy.

Why Participate?

  • Access to Capital
    Connect directly with investors looking to fund innovative creative projects across Indonesia.
  • Strategic Partnerships
    Build valuable connections with industry leaders, mentors, and fellow creative entrepreneurs.
  • Business Growth
    Receive expert guidance, mentorship, and resources to scale your creative business sustainably.
  • Recognition & Exposure
    Showcase your project to a national audience and gain media coverage for your venture.

Project Categories

Culinary & Product Design
F&B, Cloud Kitchens, Food Tech
Music & Performing Arts
Artists, labels & tech
Fashion & Craft
Apparel, Sustainable Fashion, E-commerce, Traditional Crafts, Artisan Goods
Game Development
Game development, Esports
Digital Content & Media
SaaS, mobile & web apps
Film & Animation
Animation, Production, Streaming

Event Roadmap

Your Journey Through ICEIS 2026

ICEIS 2026 - Pre-Event

Program Launching | 3 Dec 2025

  • Program Launching + Socialization Jakarta
  • ICEIS 2026 Press Conference
  • Start-up Success Story Exhibition
  • ICEIS 2026 Open Call Dec 2025 – Mar 2026

Socialization | Jan – Feb 2026

  • ICEIS 2026 Socialization Road Show 14 Province: Aceh, Sumut, Sumbar, Kep. Riau, Banten, Jabar, Jateng, DIY, Jatim, Bali, Kaltim, Sulsel, Maluku, Papua

Curation Process | April – May 2026

  • Announcement of Selected Participants
  • Seminar/ Class
  • Pre-Pitching Training/ Workshop

ICEIS 2026 - The Event

10 – 11 June 2026

  • Opening & Keynote Panels
  • Networking
  • Speed Dating Investment
  • Gala Night & Awards
  • Essential Founder Short Class
  • Exhibition
  • Closing Ceremony

ICEIS 2026 - Post-Event

PROJECT MANAGEMENT OFFICE
Dedicated Follow-Up Team

PMO Structure
Established within 1 week post-event.

  • Leadership: Kemenekraf / Badan Ekonomi Kreatif
  • Size: 8-10 professionals
  • Duration: 12-month mandate

Key Responsibilities

  • Track LoI & Term Sheet negotiations
  • Facilitate startup-VC communications & support
  • Resolve bottlenecks and coordinate due diligence
  • Report progress regularly to stakeholders

ICEIS 2026 - Program Launching

JS Luwansa Jakarta, 3 December 2026 - 08:00 - 17:00 WIB

08:00 - 09:00

Registration & Networking

09:00 - 12:00

Opening & Keynote Panels

12:00 - 13:00

Break Session

13:00 - 14:00

Press Conference

14:00 - 17:00

Networking

Start-up Success Story Mini Exhibition

Event Overview & Program Highlights

A Two Days Strategic Summit Experience

Day 1 - Jakarta 10 June 2026 | 08:00 - 21:00 WIB

08:00 - 09:00

Registration & Networking

Welcome reception, credential distribution, early networking

09:00 - 12:00

Opening & Keynote Panels

Ministerial address, investment landscape, policy frameworks, startup success stories

12:00 - 13:00

Networking Lunch

Facilitated networking, B2B connections, informal discussions

13:00 - 17:00

Speed Dating Investment Session 01

1-on-1 startup-VC meetings, pitch sessions, showcase booths, live product demos

19:00 - 21:00

Gala Night & Awards

Dinner, Cultural performances & Awards Ceremony

Curated Creative Economy Exhibition

Day 2 - Jakarta 11 June 2026 | 08:00 - 17:00 WIB

08:00 - 09:00

Registration & Networking

Welcome reception, credential distribution, early networking

09:00 - 12:00

Speed Dating Investment Session 02

1-on-1 startup-VC meetings, pitch sessions, showcase booths, live product demos

12:00 - 13:00

Networking Lunch

Facilitated networking, B2B connections, informal discussions

13:00 - 17:00

Speed Dating Investment Session 03

1-on-1 startup-VC meetings, pitch sessions, showcase booths, live product demos

Curated Creative Economy Exhibition

Launching Panel - ICEIS 2026

Keynote Speaker and Line Up Panelists

speaker
Teuku Riefky Harsya
Minister of Creative Economy of Indonesia
speaker
Daniel Surya
Executive Chairman & Co-Founder of WIR Asia Tbk, driving Indonesia’s transition into AR, Web3 and digital reality spaces
speaker
Shinta Dhanuwardoyo
Founder & Chairwoman of Bubu.com and Head of the Permanent Committee for Digital Business, E-Commerce & Startups at KADIN
speaker
Andi Boediman
Managing Partner at Ideosource Venture Capital and Executive Producer at Ideosource Entertainment, spearheads investments and film projects
speaker
Wilson Cuaca
Co-Founder & Managing Partner of East Ventures, driving early-stage and growth investments across Southeast Asia’s tech ecosystem
speaker
Moses Lo
Co-Founder & CEO of Xendit, leading Indonesia’s fintech growth with scalable payment infrastructure across Southeast Asia
speaker
Najwa Shihab
Founder of the media company Narasi Media Group, former anchor and host of the talk show Mata Najwa

Submit Your Startup Project

Isi form berikut untuk mendaftarkan startup Anda ke ICEIS 2026.

Multi-step form · Save & continue

A. Startup Information

Frequently Asked Questions