The Mapping of Local Creative Industry in Increasing the Economic Growth of Jember Distric Indonesia

Abstract

The mapping of small medium enterprises (SMEs) in Jember Regency is very critical due to its role as the driver of creative industry development which based on creativity, innovation, and knowledge. The mapping results indicate that some SMEs are having the potential to be developed as creative industry such as industry of bamboo plaiting, batik, embroidery, and kitchenware (aluminum crafts). Those industries have the largest SMEs with the great development opportunity. By using triple helix concept, which is the synergy between academics, business, and government, the empowering program of the SMEs will gain a better direction in supporting the development of creative industry in Jember.