Indonesia. In the Indonesian business world, the Thohir family name is known as one of the big families with a business network spread across various sectors.
From media, energy, property, to restaurants, their business footprint is vast and influential.
Among the Thohir family, the two names that are most often heard are of course Erick Thohir and Garibaldi “Boy” Thohir.
Both of them have succeeded in positioning themselves as big entrepreneurs and public figures who have an important role in Indonesia.
However, long before Erick and Boy Thohir achieved the popularity and success they have today, there was a figure who became the first stepping stone of this family business empire, namely Mochamad Teddy Thohir, their father.
He was the initial foundation that built financial strength and passed on the entrepreneurial spirit to the next generation.
Teddy Thohir not only built wealth, but also formed a solid business mindset, which later became a priceless legacy for the next generation of Thohirs .
He is a milestone in the Thohir family’s journey that has made them one of the most respected business dynasties in Indonesia.
So, what exactly was Teddy Thohir’s life journey and business strategy like to be able to build an empire of this size?
Teddy Thohir’s biography
- Full name : Muhammad Teddy Thohir
- Nickname : Teddy Thohir
- Place, date of birth : Gunung Sugih, March 5, 1935
- Zodiac : Pisces
- Islam
- Parent : –
- Partner : Edna Thohir
- Children : Erick Thohir, Garibaldi “Boy” Thohir, Hireka Vitaya
- Weight : –
- Height : –
- Social media : –
- Occupation : Entrepreneur, Founder of TNT Group, Former Director and Shareholder of Astra
Teddy Thohir’s Career Journey
Teddy Thohir’s career began at Union Carbide, a multinational chemical company.
This is where he gained his first experience in the professional world.
Thanks to his hard work and discipline, Teddy Thohir was trusted to be promoted to the position of head of administration.
The position provided him with important skills, ranging from managing company processes to experience leading large-scale teams.
It didn’t stop there, Teddy Thohir then accepted an offer to join Astra , which at that time was still in the development stage.
This decision became one of the most important turning points in his life and career.
From a humble starting position, Teddy Thohir managed to climb the career ladder to sit in the director’s chair and become a shareholder.
From Astra, Teddy Thohir learned a lot about how to build a business, understand automotive industry strategies, and realize the importance of capital ownership in the long-term journey.
In 1978, Teddy chose to go further by establishing the TNT Group.
By establishing his own company, Teddy Thohir not only managed existing policies, but also had to formulate business directions, assess risks, and ensure that every investment would yield results.
TNT Group then developed with a diversification strategy in various sectors.
In the natural resources sector, they manage PT Adaro Energy, which is one of the largest coal producers in Indonesia.
In the energy sector there is PT Surya Esa Perkasa Tbk (ESSA).
For property, TNT Group presents projects, such as Taman Laguna, Cibubur Residence, Permata Kranggan, Taman Arcadia Mediterania, Permata Arcadia Cimanggis, and Hotel Amaris Bogor.
On the other hand, Teddy Thohir also entered the culinary world through the restaurants Hanamasa , Pronto, and Yakun Kaya Toast, as well as expanding his influence in the media through PT Mahaka Media.
This strategy of spreading business across multiple lines is what makes the TNT Group more resilient to market fluctuations.
If one sector weakens, other sectors can cover it.
In fact, there is added value in the form of synergy, property can be used as a restaurant location, media can support promotions, while the energy and natural resources business provides capital strength.
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