Tangerang, 17 October 2014 – Time International recognises social care with the opening of Early Childhood Education (PAUD) Bina Mulya in Margamulya village, Mauk district, Tangerang, Banten. In collaboration with Happy Hearts Fund, Time International restores and reconstructs the school that was severely damaged by the flood.
With a corporate value of “contributing to society”, Time international is dedicated to contribute in the education sector, given its importance to improving the nation’s state of mind. “Children are the future of the nation. By building our first school, we hope to help and contribute the welfare of the community,” said Mr Irwan Danny Mussry as president and CEO of Time International.
The school opening was celebrated with a plaque dedication ceremony by Ms Charmie Hamami, Happy Hearts Fund’s Board of Directors member to Mr Irwan D. Mussry. PAUD students also gave special dance performances to appreciate the initiative. The event was witnessed by Time International management, Happy Hearts Fund Indonesia representatives, local government officers, and teachers.
“With these complete facilities, we hope that the children have the opportunity and hope to continue their studies to high school and even university degree,” said Ms Sylvia Beiwinkler CEO of Happy Hearts Fund.
The school construction began on the 27th of June 2014 marked by the groundbreaking ceremony by Mr Irwan Danny Mussry (Time International) and Ms Sylvia Beiwinkler (HHF). Employees of Time International also contributed directly to the completion of the construction through a volunteer activity on the 29th of September. At the same day, some employees had the first-hand experience with the students of PAUD through a fun education learning activity.
PAUD Bina Mulya (previously known as Paud Al-Falah) was the first and the only early childhood establishment in Margamulya village. In January 2013 and February 2014 major floods hit the village which caused severe damage to the school. There are currently more than 40 children aged 3-5 years old who are educated there. Previously, there was no toilet facility nor running water for washing hands. Classes were only divided with thin wooden boards.
After the construction, the education facilities are appropriate in the presence of three classes and one small bedroom. Study tables, computers, chairs, lockers, closets are also provided to support the teaching and studying activities. The school is also completed with a playground for the students.
About Time International
A leading brand builder and retail organisation, Time International prides itself on its commitment to the promotion and appreciation of horological culture, luxury fashion, and lifestyle. Introduced in the 60’s and currently managed by its second generation, Time International manages and operates both multi-brand retail stores such as leading watch retailer The Time Place, INTime, and Urban Icon, as well as mono-brand boutiques for some of the worlds’ most renowned brands such as Rolex, Chanel, Cartier, TAG Heuer, Fendi, Fossil, and most recently, Tory Burch.
As an inspiring place to work in, the company enhances the well-being of its employees and nurtures the talents behind the business while also upholding its excellent service. With its unparalleled position in the market, Time International is also committed to giving back to society. The company is dedicated to keeping the high standards of quality Marketing Expertise and Customer Relations today as it has for years. Time International has the largest service centre in Jakarta, Time Care and Watch Care, completed with state-of-the-art technology providing professional after-sales care for all brands sold from the retail outlets.