Uria Simanjuntak

Head of Public Relations

Hyundai Motors Indonesia

Uria Simanjuntak has spent the past 16 years learning and growing within the communications field, contributing to narratives across the automotive and consumer sectors. Currently serving as the head of public relations at Hyundai Motors Indonesia, Simanjuntak works with his team to support the company’s presence and its ongoing journey toward electric vehicle adoption.

Throughout his career, he has had the privilege of working with dedicated teams at Blibli, Edelman, and Golin Indonesia, where he assisted various global brands in navigating their communication needs. His professional path also includes time supporting the National REDD+ Agency and several years shared with students as a lecturer at Universitas Pelita Harapan, where he enjoyed discussing the fundamentals of PR and journalism.

Simanjuntak earned his Master’s Degree in Public Relations from Bournemouth University, UK. He remains passionate about finding a balance between thoughtful strategy and creative storytelling to help brands connect more authentically with their audiences.