
Abdul Sobur — The Visionary Behind Kriya Nusantara
Born in Bandung on December 10, 1967, Abdul Sobur is the visionary behind Kriya Nusantara, a premium craft company established in 1995. With a background in fine arts from the Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB), he earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 1993 and went on to complete a Master of Arts in 2000.
With over two decades of experience in the craft industry, Abdul Sobur has dedicated his life to introducing the richness of Indonesian art and culture to the global stage. Through Kriya Nusantara, as a tangible expression of his commitment to the development of the creative industry, he continues to bring Indonesian cultural heritage into elegant and meaningful contemporary products.
Abdul Sobur’s contributions extend beyond entrepreneurship. He is actively involved in various national industry and economic organizations. He currently serves as:
Chairman of the Indonesian Furniture and Craft Industry Association (HIMKI), 2023–2026
Member of the Board of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN), 2021–2029
Chairman of the Indonesian Export Companies Association (GPEI West Java), 2024–2029
Chairman of the Small Business Development Association, 2024–2027
Former Member of the National Committee for Economy and Industry (KEIN), 2015–2019
As a visionary leader, Abdul Sobur believes that culture is not only a legacy, but also a responsibility. Through the works of Kriya Nusantara, he continues to inspire the next generation to cherish, preserve, and elevate Indonesian culture on a global scale.