Leader Pathways

<p>Vikra Ijas, CEO of KitaBisa, joins Rado to discuss the evolution of KitaBisa from a crowdfunding platform to a purpose-driven financial service integrating donations and Syariah-compliant life insurance.</p><p>Vikra shares the journey of how KitaBisa capitalized on Indonesia's strong culture of gotong royong (mutual aid) to create a digital-first donation ecosystem. He explains how the platform identified its core market fit in medical fundraising and NGO-driven campaigns and how it later expanded into inclusive insurance solutions that align with philanthropy.</p><p>The conversation also touches on the future of digital giving, how KitaBisa is integrating insurance into everyday transactions, and the challenges of ensuring transparency and trust in donation-based funding. Vikra also reflects on his transition to CEO, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and long-term resilience over quick success.</p><p>If you're interested in the intersection of fintech, social impact, and digital transformation, this is a must-watch episode!</p><p>Timestamps<br><a target="_self" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="timestamp" href="?t=0">00:00</a> - The Origin Story of KitaBisa<br><a target="_self" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="timestamp" href="?t=324">05:24</a> - Finding Market Fit<br><a target="_self" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="timestamp" href="?t=541">09:01</a> - Digital Gotong Royong: The Power of Transparency<br><a target="_self" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="timestamp" href="?t=634">10:34</a> - Vikra’s Transition to CEO and the Future of KitaBisa<br><a target="_self" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="timestamp" href="?t=804">13:24</a> - The Rise of Syariah-Compliant Insurance: A New Approach to Protection<br><a target="_self" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="timestamp" href="?t=1008">16:48</a> - The Challenge of Insurance Penetration in Indonesia<br><a target="_self" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="timestamp" href="?t=2310">38:30</a> - Ensuring Trust: Verifying Fundraisers and Donation Allocation<br><a target="_self" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="timestamp" href="?t=2770">46:10</a> - The Role of Mentorship in Scaling a Mission-Driven Business<br><a target="_self" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="timestamp" href="?t=3025">50:25</a> - Building Long-Term Resilience: Why Quick Wins Don’t Last</p>

<p>Yosia Sugialam, CEO of <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Paper.id">Paper.id</a>, sits down with Rado to share the journey of building a B2B business in a market that was heavily focused on B2C. From the early struggles to educate investors to innovative solutions that simplify cash flow and cut costs for businesses, Yosia sheds light on how <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Paper.id">Paper.id</a> is redefining digital payments and invoicing.</p><p>The discussion also covers future developments, such as B2B installment payments, and emphasizes the importance of building strong, reliable partnerships for long-term success. Inspired by efficiency models from companies like Amazon, Yosia reveals how <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Paper.id">Paper.id</a>’s core principles drive their growth. If you're curious to learn how digital tools can transform traditional business operations, this is a must-watch episode.</p><p>00:00 Introduction<br>02:30 What is <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Paper.id">Paper.id</a>?<br>13:40 The Role of Digitalization in Reducing Costs<br>20:29 Evolution of <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Paper.id">Paper.id</a>’s Product Offerings<br>35:34 Building Strong Relationships in B2B<br>43:23 Efficiency and Frugality Inspired by Amazon<br>50:13 Navigating Fundraising Challenges<br>1:02:59 Strategic Use of Digitalization for Business Growth<br>1:06:43 Innovative Solutions: Exploring B2B Installment Payments<br>1:13:31 Collaborations with Creators and Future Growth Plans</p>

<p>The first episode of Leader Pathways podcast reveals the entrepreneurial journey of Tubagus Syailendra (Tebe), the CEO and Co-founder of Chickin. He and Ashab Alkahfi participated in Scale Up by Endeavor Batch #3 back in 2022 and were selected as Endeavor Indonesia's newest Endeavor Entrepreneur at the 99th International Selection Panel in Nairobi, Kenya in 2024.</p><p></p><p>Founded in 2020, Chickin is a full-stack chicken farm management system company that helps farmers better manage their farms and connects them to poultry buyers. The company provides IoT technology and smart farm equipment integrated with cloud-based technology, which aids farmers in measuring and optimizing all aspects of farm management, including climate control, equipment management, and livestock living conditions. </p><p></p><p>Today, Chickin serves thousands of users throughout the poultry value chain, from farmers to F&amp;B businesses, and has received funding from top regional investors such as East Ventures, GGV Capital, and ABD Ventures. </p><p></p><p>00:00 Intro</p><p>01:40 Tebe's Early Journey in Developing Chickin</p><p>07:15 Poultry's Financial &amp; Tech Solutions </p><p>12:40 Building Communities on Whatsapp Group </p><p>15:00 Farm's IoT Technology and Efficiency</p><p>18:20 Refusal of 100 VCs </p><p>27:07 Vision for Equity in the Poultry Industry</p><p>32:40 Experience in Endeavor Program and Its Influence</p><p>38:50 The Greatest Decision Ever Made</p><p>42:20 Rapid Questions with Tebe</p><p>47:28 Closing</p>