Padang - The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) together with West Sumatra Kadin hosted the Menfest 2025 by Kadin at GOR H. Agus Salim parking area on Friday (17/10/2025). The event was part of the 57th Kadin Indonesia anniversary celebrations and aimed to foster collaboration among entrepreneurs, young creators, and local communities.

Chairman of Kadin Indonesia, Anindya Novyan Bakrie (Anin), delivered a virtual keynote emphasizing Kadin’s role as an intergenerational business platform.

“Innovation, technology, and the creative economy are driven by youth, particularly Gen Z. Menfest symbolizes the inclusivity and adaptability required in today’s business world,” he said.

The festival featured health checks, traditional games, culinary booths, MSME showcases, and interactive public art activities, including the highly anticipated “Mendadak Mural” by young artists.

Evening performances included local and national bands, such as Perunggu, Lomba Sihir, Adnan Veron X HBRP, Feel Koplo, and Luffy Violino.

Buchari Bachter, Chairman of West Sumatra Kadin, highlighted the event as a demonstration of collaboration between businesses, local government, and the creative community.

Menfest 2025 by Kadin aims to position West Sumatra as a vibrant hub of creativity and entrepreneurial growth.