The Visionary
Behind Doran
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Business Philosophy "For a Better Day"
"For a Better Day" Business Philosophy & Technological Innovation
For a Better Day
#forabetterday
#makeyourdaybetter
"For a Better Day" is Jhonny Thio Doran's leadership philosophy for building a company that grows healthily, with integrity, and sustainably. This principle emphasizes creating long-term value for customers, employees, strategic partners, and shareholders, as well as contributing positively to society.
Business growth must go hand in hand with strong governance, consistent service quality, and real social responsibility.
About Executive Profile & Track Record
Leading DORAN Group from Surabaya to become an international scale technology & retail ecosystem.
Jhonny Thio Doran is the founder and CEO of DORAN Group , a consumer technology and retail business group that he built from scratch in Surabaya to become one of the fastest-growing local brand ecosystems in Indonesia.
Under his leadership, DORAN Group operates more than 175+ retail outlets in various major cities, manages multi-channel distribution (retail, online, B2B, and government), and oversees JETE, a local brand that focuses on wearable devices, audio products, smart homes, and power accessories.
In less than two decades, Jhonny has successfully transformedJETEfrom a small local brand into a national player competing directly with global brands, with a presence in key cities, airports, and strategic commercial centers. The company has also begun international expansion by establishing an operational entity in Shenzhen, China , to strengthen product development and global supply chain control.
Jhonny is known for his leadership style, which emphasizes speed of execution, system development, and operational discipline. He encourages data-driven decision-making, vertical integration in retail strategy, and business institutionalization as part of the company's preparation for going public.
Fortune Indonesia 40 Under 40
In 2026, Jhonny was selected as a recipient of the Fortune Indonesia 40 Under 40 award, in recognition of his leadership in building the DORAN Group and driving the growth of local Indonesian technology brands.
Dedication, Numbers & Leadership
A measurable track record that forms the foundation of Doran Group &JETEIndonesia's business.
7 Principles of Leadership
Uncompromising Integrity
Trust is a key asset in a long-term business partnership.
Continuous Learning
Keep learning to adapt to market dynamics and technology.
Servant Leadership
Lead by serving and empowering the potential of the entire team.
Resilience
Make every challenge a stepping stone to business acceleration.
Value-Oriented Innovation
Providing quality products at affordable prices.
Synergy & Collaboration
Building a mutualistic ecosystem with retail and MSME partners.
Positive Social Impact
Providing added value and real blessings to society.
Corporate Ecosystem & Business Units
Doran Group's integrated business structure.
JETEIndonesia
Gadget Accessories
Doran Gadget
Wearable Gadget Retailer
Doran Success Indonesia
Gadgets & Accessories Distributor
Doran Souvenir
Corporate & Company Souvenir
Organizational experience
In addition to his role as CEO and founder, Jhonny Thio Doran is also actively involved in various national business and leadership organizations. His roles in these organizations serve as a platform for expanding cross-sector collaboration, encouraging the growth of Indonesian entrepreneurs, and directly contributing to the development of a healthy, competitive, and globally oriented business ecosystem.
Secretary General of the Association of One Million Indonesian Entrepreneurs
2026 - 2031
Deputy chairman of the standing committee on technology and digital services business
2026 - 2030
Secretary General
2023 - 2026
Deputy Chairman of the IT, Electronic, Gadget Committee
2024-2026
Chairman of Ubaya Entrepreneurship Advisory Board
2020-2026
Deputy Secretary General
2024-2026
President
2020
Head of the Machinery and Electronics Industry Compartment
2021 - 2024
Deputy Treasurer
2020 - 2022
Deputy General Treasurer
2020 - 2025
Educational background
SURABAYA TECHNICAL COLLEGE (STTS)
Bachelor of Computer Science / Informatics Engineering (Alumni)
SMAN 1 SAMARINDA
High School Education (Alumni)
News about Johnny
Jhonny Thio Doran Enters Fortune Indonesia's 40 Under 40
CEOJETEIndonesia and Doran Group, Jhonny Thio Doran, was officially selected as one of the recipients of the prestigious Fortune Indonesia 40 Under 40 award.
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Jhonny Thio Doran's Success Story: Building a Gadget Accessories Business from His Boarding Room
Jhonny Thio Doran's inspiring journey to buildJETEand Doran Group from a cramped boarding room to a national retail chain.
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Gadget Accessories Business TripJETE: Boarding Room Becomes a Trading Warehouse
Starting from a boarding room that was transformed into a storage place, Jhonny Thio Doran succeeded in bringing the brandJETEleading the local technology market.
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Business Ecosystems Are Key to Retail Growth in the Digital Era
Jhonny Thio Doran emphasized the importance of building a strong retail ecosystem and continuous innovation to win the competition in the digital era.
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Create Lots of Jobs, CEOJETEEntering Fortune Indonesia 40 Under 40
Jhonny Thio Doran's commitment to creating thousands of jobs and boosting the local economy earned him the Fortune Young Figure award.
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CEO StoryJETEBuilding a Brand to Enter Fortune Indonesia's 40 Under 40
Jhonny Thio Doran's leadership story brings gadget accessories brandJETEbecome one of the main players in the national technology industry.
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Local BrandJETEReady to Compete at the Global Level
JETEIndonesia continues to expand its products and improve quality to prove that domestic technology brands are capable of competing internationally.
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Bringing Local Brands Global, CEOJETEEntering the Ranks of Inspirational Figures
Jhonny Thio Doran is considered to have had a major impact on the development of the technology retail industry and is an inspiration for the younger generation.
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Jhonny Thio Doran Profile: A Young Leader Bringing Change to the Retail Industry
Jhonny Thio Doran's career as a founderJETEand Doran Group placed him in the ranks of influential young leaders of Fortune Indonesia 40 Under 40.
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From a Boarding House to 150 Stores: Jhonny Thio Doran's Long Journey to BuildJETE
Jhonny Thio Doran's management strategy and persistence have developed hundreds of modern retail outlet networks in various cities in Indonesia.
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Inspirational CEO StoriesJETE: Hard Work and Consistency to Build a Business
The story of Jhonny Thio Doran's life journey and work ethic in pioneering a technology business to success, inspires the millennial generation.
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CEOJETEFortune Indonesia: Proof of Local Brands Moving Up to the Global Stage
Jhonny Thio Doran's success in winning the Fortune Indonesia award confirms the ability of local brands to move up a class and compete globally.
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Don't Be Inferior! Here's How Local Brands Can Compete with Global Products
Jhonny Thio Doran shares strategies and optimism so that local business actors dare to innovate and be able to compete amidst the onslaught of foreign products.
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Doran Group Strengthens EcosystemJETE, Prepare a Mature Strategy Towards an IPO
Doran Group andJETEstrengthening business position by strengthening the ecosystem and preparing long-term strategies towards an initial public offering.
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Global Brand Dominance Begins to Be Eroded by Local Brands
The rapid growth of local technology brands such asJETEproving that domestic products are capable of gaining the trust of national market consumers.
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Local Technology Brands Are Increasingly Competitive Amidst Global Onslaught
SuccessJETEDominating the Indonesian gadget retail market is proof of the readiness of local products to compete through superior quality and service.
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Starting a Business from a Boarding Room, Jhonny Thio Doran is Now on the Fortune Indonesia List
The never-give-up struggle from small business to success bringsJETEand Doran Group has become one of the national retail powers.
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Profile of Jhonny Thio Doran, CEOJETEand Doran Group, which is included in Fortune Indonesia 40 Under 40
A complete review of Jhonny Thio Doran's profile and track record in building a leading technology and accessories business unit in Indonesia.
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Local BrandJETECEO Jhonny Thio Doran's Strategy for Successfully Competing in the Indonesian Retail Market
Warta Ekonomi reviews CEO Jhonny Thio Doran's strategic tips for maintaining sales performance and customer satisfaction.JETE.
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Building an Ecosystem, Not Just a Product: A Strategy for Successful Global Goals
Jhonny Thio Doran emphasized that success in penetrating the global market rests on a solid business ecosystem and customer service.
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