Dr. Ir. Herbert Siagian, M.Sc., is an agricultural economics expert with extensive experience in management and marketing strategy. As a Special Advisor to the Minister at the Ministry of Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), Dr. Herbert provides strategic support to enhance the productivity and competitiveness of cooperatives and SMEs in Indonesia. Additionally, he is the founder and advisor of various organizations, including the Center of Local Excellence and the Foundation of Initiatives for Local Reliance and Autonomy.