In a significant move on December 9, 2023, PINTU Incubator orchestrated a cultural exchange at Teras LAKON, Summarecon Serpong, Tangerang. Mr. Soegianto Nagaria and Ms. Thresia Mareta, the co-initiator of PINTU Incubator, warmly welcomed esteemed guests from the French Embassy in Indonesia and the Institut Français d'Indonésie. The delegation, featuring key figures like Mr. Mathieu Peyraud, Director-General of the French Ministry for Culture, Research, and Networking Coordination, Mr. Fabien Penone, French Ambassador, Mr. Jules Irrmann, 1st Counselor, and Mrs. Charlotte Esnou, Cultural Attaché, marked a pivotal moment in fostering cross-cultural collaboration.
Alumni participants of PINTU, including Apakabar, Parapohon, Bertjorak, and Fuguku, showcased their brands to the distinguished French guests. This presentation was more than a display of creativity; it was a testament to the diverse and innovative landscape of Indonesian fashion nurtured by PINTU Incubator.
Teras LAKON, a hub for creativity and cultural preservation, served as an ideal setting for this exchange. Guests explored various spaces, from the main office and workshop to the material experiment room and presentation area. This immersive experience underscored PINTU's commitment to sustainable fashion, creativity, and the exchange of cultural ideas.
With two years of existence, PINTU Incubator has been instrumental in fostering meaningful connections between Indonesian and French creatives. This event highlighted PINTU Incubator's role as a platform for cross-cultural collaboration and a fashion incubator of global growth. The French delegation commended the creativity and skills of PINTU participants, recognizing the program's depth of talent and the significance of such cultural exchanges in shaping the global fashion landscape.
Beyond celebrating the creativity of Indonesian participants, this event underscored the pivotal role of incubation programs like PINTU in facilitating global connections. As PINTU Incubator continues to shape the future of the industry, forging creative partnerships one at a time, this event serves as a powerful testament to PINTU's commitment to cultural enrichment and global collaboration.