TEDxPENABUR Banda Youth

Speakers

Speakers may not be confirmed. Check the event website for the latest lineup.

• Dave Ellison

  Dave Ellison is a 12th grader from SMAK BPK PENABUR Banda and a dedicated shark enthusiast who has his sights firmly set on a future career as a marine biologist.

• Dewa Ayu Putri Giwangi Prameswari

  Dewa Ayu is an 11-year-old sixth grader at BPK Penabur Banda. Originally from Bali, she takes pride in her roots as a skilled traditional Balinese dancer. She describes herself as expressive and talkative once comfortable.

• Dillon Clyde Thompson

  Born in Indonesia, Dillon Clyde Thompson is a high-performing athlete and one of his city's premier amateur Thai boxers. Sporting a formidable 88% win rate across 10 fights—dominated by TKO and KO victories—Dillon's dedication to combat sports and martial arts is proven in the ring. Rooted in core values of loyalty, discipline, competitiveness, and relentless ambition, he holds himself and those around him to the highest standard. Whether training for his next match or pursuing personal growth, Dillon leads by example to inspire continuous improvement in his community.

• Fenny M Dwivanny

  Prof. Dr. Fenny Martha Dwivany is a Professor of Molecular Biology at the School of Life Sciences and Technology, Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB), specializing in postharvest biology, plant–pathogen interactions, and bioprospecting. Her research integrates molecular biology and multi-omics approaches to investigate genes, regulatory networks, and metabolites in plant and microbial model organisms. Throughout her career, she has mentored over 100 undergraduate and graduate students, published extensively in international peer-reviewed journals, and earned numerous awards for her scientific contributions. Beyond her academic work, Prof. Dwivany leads community empowerment initiatives such as the Banana Smart Village program, uniting researchers, industry partners, local communities, and government stakeholders to drive sustainable innovation in banana resource utilization.

• Fenny Martha Dwivany

  Prof. Dr. Fenny Martha Dwivany is a Professor of Molecular Biology at the School of Life Sciences and Technology, Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB), specializing in postharvest biology, plant–pathogen interactions, and bioprospecting. Her research integrates molecular biology and multi-omics approaches to investigate genes, regulatory networks, and metabolites in plant and microbial model organisms. Throughout her career, she has mentored over 100 undergraduate and graduate students, published extensively in international peer-reviewed journals, and earned numerous awards for her scientific contributions. Beyond her academic work, Prof. Dwivany leads community empowerment initiatives such as the Banana Smart Village program, uniting researchers, industry partners, local communities, and government stakeholders to drive sustainable innovation in banana resource utilization.

• Matthew Ravanelli Tjiptono

  Matthew Ravanelli Tjiptono is an accomplished Indonesian student and competitive mathematician from SMAK BPK PENABUR Banda. He earned a Gold Medal at the Indonesian National Science Olympiad (OSN) and represented Indonesia at the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO). Following his exceptional academic track record, Matthew achieved acceptance into the University of Oxford this year. Beyond his mathematical rigor, he is a talented pianist and passionate music lover with performances available online. His rare combination of intellectual discipline and artistic passion makes him a truly well-rounded young scholar.

• Mikaela Raina Alexandra

  Mikaela Raina Alexandra is an 8th grader from SMP BPK PENABUR Banda.

• Nathanael Alvaro

  Nathanael is a Primary 6 student with a passion for finance and practical money management.

• Olive Victoria Litha

  Olive is a curious 12-year-old who loves learning about a bit of everything. She spends her time researching new ideas to grow her portfolio, and when she’s not working on a project, she’s usually catching up on sleep.

• Ray Ardi

  Mr. Ray Ardi is a dedicated educational leader currently serving as the principal of SMAK BPK PENABUR Banda. With a robust foundation as a formally trained physics educator, he spent years in the classroom fostering a deep understanding of the sciences before transitioning into senior administrative roles within the BPK PENABUR network. Throughout his extensive career, he has successfully navigated, adapted, and implemented a wide variety of domestic and international educational frameworks.

• Ridwan Hutagalung

  Mr. Ridwan Hutagalung is a versatile professional who has been actively working in the fields of music, education, tourism, and history since 1996. He is the founder of several organizations, including the history appreciation group Komunitas Aleut and the literacy community Pustaka Preanger, while also authoring books such as Braga; Jantung Parijs van Java. He is deeply involved in local heritage and museum development, having served as a curator and designer for Museum Gedung Sate, a designer for Museum Kota Bandung, and an expert board member of the Indonesian Museum Association for West Java.

• Tabitha Sahanaya

  Mrs. Tabitha CLM Sahanaya is a dedicated community leader and seasoned professional with a strong background in the banking sector. Beyond her corporate career, she is deeply committed to social advocacy and spiritual service, actively balancing her community leadership with her personal heritage.

• Tabitha CLM Sahanaya

  Mrs. Tabitha CLM Sahanaya is a dedicated community leader and seasoned professional with a strong background in the banking sector. Beyond her corporate career, she is deeply committed to social advocacy and spiritual service, actively balancing her community leadership with her personal heritage.

• Theodore Clifford Setiawan

  Theodore Clifford Setiawan is an award-winning student. He holds a gold medal in English competition alongside accolades in writing and public speaking.

• Yudi Hamzah

  Mr. Yudi Hamzah is a dedicated historian currently pursuing his doctoral degree in History, with a profound commitment to uncovering and preserving local heritage. He is deeply involved in researching the rich, complex history of Bandung, working to bridge the gap between academic scholarship and public historical awareness.