About
WEMPY DYOCTA KOTO
About
WEMPY DYOCTA KOTO
Named by FORTUNE Magazine as one of Indonesia’s 40 Under 40, Wempy Dyocta Koto is an entrepreneur and investor based in Melbourne, Australia, with a career spanning global marketing, media, and consumer healthcare.
A Global Advertising Career
He has lived and worked across London, San Francisco, Hong Kong, Singapore, Sydney, Perth, and Jakarta. He built his career within WPP, the world’s largest advertising network, at Ogilvy, Young and Rubicam, and Wunderman, rising to Global Business Director in the United States. He led integrated communications across Asia Pacific and EMEA for organisations including American Express, Citigroup, Microsoft, Samsung, LG, SAP, BP, Lenovo, and Accor.
A New Chapter
In March 2020, Wempy spoke at the Indo-Pacific LNG Summit in Bali. As the pandemic unfolded, he returned to Australia on one of the final flights before borders closed, the start of a new chapter defined by focus, resilience, and reinvention.
Building a Portfolio
During this period he concentrated on scaling businesses across fashion, retail, media, food, and healthcare. What began as disruption evolved into disciplined execution. He has since built a diversified, multi-million dollar portfolio spanning consumer brands, digital media platforms, and healthcare assets, from ecommerce businesses generating global revenue to investments across Australia’s health and dental sectors.
Contribution to the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
He served as Vice Head of Entrepreneurship at KADIN, the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce, and as Strategy Director for the APEC Summit, supporting a forum bringing together Presidents, Prime Ministers, and global leaders.
Mentorship
Wempy mentors founders through global programs including Pitch@Palace in the UK, where entrepreneurs present to Her Majesty The Queen and members of the British Royal Family, Techstars in London, Chinaccelerator in Shanghai, and Seedstars in Geneva. He has advised the Global Entrepreneurship Program in Indonesia and served as a judge for the Hult Prize.
Speaking
He has spoken on entrepreneurship at conferences across Switzerland, Singapore, Indonesia, Tunisia, the United States, Malaysia, and the United Kingdom.
Recognition
His recognitions include the Asia Pacific Entrepreneurship Award, the ACES Award for Outstanding Leaders in Asia, and inclusion in Prestige Magazine’s 40 Under 40.
Broadcast & Authorship
He hosted the nationally broadcast television program “Mentor and Investor” on Telkom’s IndiHome platform, one of the channel’s highest-rated programs before being paused during the pandemic. He is the author of several books, including Kelas Dunia, held at the National Library of Indonesia.
Education
THNK School of Creative Leadership, Amsterdam · Bachelor of Arts in Communications, University of Technology Sydney · Master of International Studies, University of Sydney.
Today
Currently based in Melbourne, Wempy has invested in properties across Indonesia, including a new production studio at Kebayoran Baru in Jakarta where 24-hour live shopping will be streamed. He is preparing to launch a new media brand and associated intellectual property in London as he re-engages with the global entrepreneurship community.
Beyond Business
Wempy is passionate about health, discipline, and continuous self-improvement. He trains in Muay Thai with the mindset of a lifelong student, valuing the discipline, resilience, and constant learning the sport demands.
Let's Build Something That Endures
With a global career across media, commerce, and consumer healthcare, and a portfolio built across Indonesia, Australia, and international markets, Wempy partners on ventures designed for long-term value.
