Deisy Wong Will
Founder & Owner
Born in Singkawang and raised in Jakarta. Founded the original What's New Jakarta in 2006 after becoming a well-known connector among expatriate communities.
What's New Indonesia
About Us
A premier digital lifestyle and city guide showcasing the best of Indonesia — for locals, expatriates, and global travelers.
Your guide to life in Indonesia
What's New Indonesia serves locals, expatriates, and global travelers with editorial expertise — from breaking city updates and major events to curated dining, travel, and cultural experiences — alongside an extensive directory of hotels, restaurants, attractions, and lifestyle services.
Meet our team
The people behind the stories
Indah Pratiwi
Managing Director
Joined as Sales & Marketing Manager in 2017 and now oversees operations across Jakarta, Bali, Bandung, and Surabaya. A passionate leader and proud Potterhead.
Juliana Siahaan
Finance & Admin Sales
Nearly two decades with the team. A background spanning music education, law, and trading; handles administration, accounting, finance, and sales — and loves networking.
Gunawan Lie
Sales Manager
Over a decade in sales and marketing. Began media work in 2008 and joined in 2016, covering Bandung and Bali. A self-confessed workaholic with a soft spot for cartoons.
Aldito Virandi Tagor
Creative Content Manager
Born and raised in Bandung with Bataknese heritage. From a film and television production background, he leads content creation and social media for What's New Bandung.
Hans Samuel
Creative Content Manager
A Visual Communication Design graduate with agency and fashion experience. Coffee and automobile enthusiast who crafts the brand's social media content.
Stallone Tjia
Editor / Copywriter
More than a decade of writing experience. A pop-culture and video-game enthusiast focused on food & beverage, hospitality, fashion, travel, and lifestyle.
Mirella Pandjaitan
Editor / Copywriter
Born in Yogyakarta and raised across Ho Chi Minh, Chicago, Jakarta, and Kuala Lumpur. A Broadcasting & Journalism graduate and former CNN Indonesia writer; oversees the Overseas edition.
Billy Bagus
What's New Bali Editor / Copywriter
A wordsmith since 2012 with travel and lifestyle media experience, and an indie-band bassist since 2005. Covers Bali and Surabaya.
Amelia Ratri R.S
What's New Surabaya Sales & Marketing
Born and raised in Magelang, Central Java. A Hospitality & Tourism graduate with nine years in PR and Marcom for international hotels, currently pursuing a master's degree.
Merry Wong
Admin Sales
Jakarta-based and Borneo-born, supporting Bali operations by managing schedules and contracts. A mother who values continuous learning.
Devina Christabela
What's New Bali Social Media Specialist
From Malang and based in Bali. A Gen-Z social media specialist and quick learner driven to elevate the brand's online presence.
Get in touch
Head Office
GoWork Fatmawati, Private Office #107Jl. RS Fatmawati No. 188 Blok A, Cipete
Jakarta Selatan 12420