Husin Suhaidi

He earned his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada (1982–1985), and completed Executive Education at the Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University, Illinois (2011). A committed member of CALINDO (Canadian Alumni in Indonesia)

Born in Palembang, Indonesia, on 13 June 1961, Husin Suhaidi is an accomplished business leader whose career bridges two distinct worlds: technology and hospitality. He currently serves as the President Director of PT Perkom Indah Murni, one of Indonesia’s pioneering IT companies with nearly four decades of excellence. Under his leadership, Perkom has evolved into a strategic digital solutions provider within the MidPlaza Holding Group, offering services in data centres, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. In 2000, he played a pivotal role in Perkom’s early investment in Biznet Networks, now a leading digital infrastructure company powering Indonesia’s internet backbone. Husin began his career at Perkom in 1985 as a Marketing Representative, progressing through key leadership roles before being appointed Director within a decade, a testament to his perseverance, strategic thinking, and innovative mindset. Beyond technology, Husin has also made significant contributions to Indonesia’s hospitality sector. Since 2010, he has served as Director of PT Prima Adhitama International Development, the owning company of AYANA Midplaza Jakarta Hotel and The Plaza Residences, two flagship properties under MidPlaza Holding. In this capacity, he provides strategic direction and governance oversight to one of Jakarta’s premier five-star hospitality destinations. Recognised for his humility and emotional intelligence, he leads with integrity and care, valuing relationships as deeply as results.

Husin remains actively engaged in fostering professional and cultural exchange between Indonesia and Canada.

Fluent in Bahasa Indonesia, English, and Mandarin, Husin blends global insight with local wisdom. His leadership philosophy centres on lifelong learning, balance, and empathy, principles that guide his approach to both business and life.

Outside work, he is a lifelong learner, avid reader, and golf enthusiast, maintaining a balance between intellectual curiosity and physical discipline.

He often reflects on the “magical duality” of leading two contrasting industries: technology, with its precision and structure, and hospitality, with its warmth and human connection. Through this rare balance, Husin has mastered the art of combining analytical rigor with heartfelt leadership, an embodiment of modern Indonesian professionalism.

Despite his busy schedule, he never forgets the value of social connections and friendships. He makes time to reconnect with longtime friends, sharing stories, laughter, and a few drinks over meaningful conversations. These moments aren’t just for social needs, but also a reflective and a reminder of the journey he’s taken with the people who’ve walked with him.

Husin’s journey is defined by an unwavering commitment to learning and excellence. Guided by his philosophy of “keep learning”, he approaches each day with resilience and purpose. Recognised for his empathy and emotional intelligence, he leads with thoughtfulness, balancing ambition with kindness and ensuring his words and actions reflect both integrity and care.

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