Markus Gunawan, a Jakarta native born on October 27, 1986, embarked on his academic journey at the University of Indonesia, culminating in an S1 degree in Industrial Engineering. His tenure at Kompas Gramedia serves as a testament to his versatility and acumen across various managerial and strategic domains.

Commencing as a Business Process Analyst at BPM from September 1, 2009, to August 31, 2012, Markus honed his analytical skills before transitioning to the role of Corporate Strategy Formulation Assistant Manager, a position he held from September 1, 2012, to December 31, 2014. Demonstrating his capacity for leadership and strategic vision, Markus assumed the role of Vice GM Corporate Strategy Management from January 1, 2015, to July 31, 2018. His trajectory within the organization continued to ascend as he took on the mantle of GM Strategy Management at KG Media, steering the company's strategic direction from August 1, 2018, to December 31, 2019.

Currently, Markus holds the esteemed position of KG Radio Network Director, a role he has occupied since January 1, 2020, showcasing his wealth of experience and expertise in business strategy management within the dynamic landscape of Kompas Gramedia.