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Bali, Indonesia

THE PUNCH PEOPLE

Meet Visionaries Leading the Change
& Co-Creating a Better Future in Bali

Bali has long been celebrated for its breathtaking natural beauty, vibrant culture, and welcoming spirit. However, in recent years, the island has faced important challenges, including environmental degradation, overtourism, and social inequality.

Despite these challenges, a group of visionary leaders has emerged, committed to preserving the island's charm while ushering in a new era of sustainable growth and holistic development. These visionary leaders are united by a shared determination to reimagine Bali's future, prioritizing harmony between nature, society, and economy.

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Meet Polly Purser: Senior Director of Heritage at John Hardy

John Hardy is a heritage jewellery house where Balinese craft, culture, and sustainability meet. Handcrafted using traditional techniques, each piece reflects a deep respect for artisanship, community, and responsible creation rooted in the island’s living traditions.

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Meet Alexander Stanley, Founder of Sebatu Sanctuary

Sebatu Sanctuary feels more like a lived place than a destination. Set between forest, rivers, and village paths, it invites presence over performance—where days unfold through craft, culture, and the rhythm of everyday life.

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Meet John Marciano, Founder of Republic of Soap

Republic of Soap is a soap studio blending craft, function, and design. Serving both as a supplier and retail brand, it creates everyday essentials made with care, intention, and a strong respect for people and place.

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Meet Meet Denny Bakiev: Beverage Director of Motel Mexicola

Motel Mexicola is a bold, high-energy cantina where colour, music, and Mexican flavours collide. Behind the scenes, the art of being conscious in creative chaos comes to life through regeneration, culture, and the energy of shared moments.

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Meet Wayan Armina (Armi): Co-Founder of Ulu Garden

Ulu Garden is a laid-back garden café and restaurant focused on fresh, wholesome food. Set in a relaxed outdoor space, it offers nourishing dishes and juices made for slow moments, easy gatherings, and conscious living in Uluwatu.

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Meet Shae Macnamara: Founder of Expat. Roasters

Expat. Roasters is a Bali-born specialty coffee roaster focused on quality and craft. Working closely with Indonesian farmers, it serves well-balanced coffees in relaxed spaces where good beans and good company come first.

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Meet Poornima Lovejoy: Founder of LoveJoy

LoveJoy began with a single vision: the Earth, breathing softly, asking for gentle hands. Today, founder Poornima designs clothes with that same quiet intention: natural fabrics, plant dyes, and pieces meant to be loved-in, cared for and remembered.

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10 Questions w/ Thomas Talucci: Founder of Desa Seni

Desa Seni Baturiti is an eco-friendly village resort and wellness sanctuary in Bali’s lush Tabanan hills. It blends restored traditional Indonesian homes, organic farm-to-table dining, daily yoga and wellness programs, art and nature activities, and holistic spa treatments to create a place for mindful rest and personal renewal.

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10 Questions w/ Tipi & Mathias: Co-Founders of Earth Island

Earth Island Surf Shop is a Bali-born surf lifestyle brand and multi-shop rooted in ocean culture and island living. Created by local surf legends out of Canggu, it blends surf apparel, boards, books and community ethos with a relaxed, design-driven space.

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10 Questions w/ Aishah & Punit: Co-Founders of Nadi Nature Resort

Nadi Nature Resort is a secluded jungle retreat designed for deep rest and reconnection. Surrounded by forest and water, it offers a slow, nature-led stay where simplicity, silence, and presence invite guests to recalibrate and return to what feels essential.

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Meet Robert & David: Co-Founders of Custodia Bali

Custodia Bali is a quiet forest sanctuary dedicated to reconnection and intentional living. Through Nysa, its forest recalibration experience, guests step away from noise and routine to slow down, reset, and realign—guided by nature, stillness, and shared presence.

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Meet Edis & Adis Dozovic: Co-Founders of The Avocado Factory

The Avocado Factory is a plant-forward café celebrating the avocado in simple, creative ways. With thoughtfully sourced ingredients and a vibrant menu from breakfast to dinner, it shows how flavour and conscious eating come together effortlessly in Bali.

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Meet Kania Maniasa: Director of Green School Foundation

Kania Maniasa leads the Green School Foundation’s mission for sustainability education. Her programs empower local schools and farming families across Indonesia. Ahead of the IGNITE 2025 Gala, she shares how children are becoming changemakers.

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Meet Sean Nino: Co-Founder of Eco Mantra

Eco-Mantra is an environmental engineering company with a deep commitment to sustainability. The company's work involves measuring and monitoring environmental indicators such as heat, groundwater availability, and biodiversity.

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Meet Sara Howard: Circular Ceramicist & Materials Researcher

After crafting the collection in her London studio and showcasing it on a global stage, Sara's vision extended towards making a more significant impact by integrating industrial waste streams into ceramic manufacturing.

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Meet Eelke & Ray:
Founders of Locavore NXT

Locavore NXT aims to show the world a new way to operate a culinary company, to bring a new concept to the world of destination dining, and showcase sustainability & innovation.

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Meet Sacha Aguila: Founder of Treelogy

Treelogy is a regenerative farm and ethical brand rooted in East Bali, dedicated to producing premium Moringa while uplifting local communities and restoring the land.

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10 Questions w/ Pak Koman & Buman: Founders of Komaneka

Komaneka Resorts, is a collection of boutique hotels, each carefully created to fulfill travelers' expectations of upscale luxury hotel and lifestyle while celebrating Bali's rich cultural heritage.

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10 Questions w/ Will Goldfarb: Founder of Room4Dessert

Room 4 Dessert embraces sustainability by prioritizing locally sourced, organic ingredients and reducing waste through creative upcycling. Their commitment extends to eco-conscious practices in every aspect, from sourcing to serving.

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10 Questions w/ Paola Cannucciari: Founder of ecoBali

Paola envisions a future where waste is fully reintegrated into a circular system, enhancing the quality of life for both Bali's residents and visitors.

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10 Questions w/ Gustav Groenendijk: Founder of Baked Indonesia

Baked ethos is simple - through quality coffee and delicious food, they bring people together and create a more mindful café experience.

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Meet Orin Hardy: Founder of ChopValue Indonesia

ChopValue invites local stakeholders to collaborate in reshaping the term 'waste'. By transforming discarded chopsticks into high quality market-ready products, the company aims to create a circular industry with a global impact.

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Behind the Scenes of Altarize w/ Founder Tobi Klanner

Altarize sources eco-friendly building materials in Bali, focusing on durability and sustainability. Their selection includes locally crafted products that blend traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation.

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10 Questions w/ Gary Bencheghib: Founder of Sungai Watch

Sungai Watch is an environmental organization on a mission to stop plastic from going into the ocean. By designing simple trash barriers and operating a collection, sorting and up-cycling system, they have created a scalable approach to tackling plastic pollution.

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Meet Souhela Ferrah: Founder of Skincare Brand Fields of Yarrow

Based in Bali, Fields of Yarrow is an organic and natural skincare line, using the magical ingredients found mainly in the Indonesian archipelago, hand picked for their unique benefit to your skin.

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Behind The Scenes of Treelogy w/ Founder Sacha Aguila

Treelogy is committed to producing the highest quality Moringa while upholding the core values of People Care, Earth Care, and Future Care.

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10 Questions w/ Chef Jethro: Head Chef of Bokashi

Bokashi Pererenan's new menu features farm-to-table dishes, highlighting fresh, organic ingredients grown on-site. Each dish reflects a deep connection to the land, offering a true taste of Bali's natural bounty.

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10 Questions w/ Fred Lessard: Founder of Les.Basics

Les.Basics embraces a slower approach to fashion, creating limited quantities to preserve resources and prioritize quality over quantity. Their unpretentious collection features pieces that women can cherish for years.

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10 Questions w/ Christine Manson: Founder of Terra Water

Terra Water sells their products in the retail market but also work with non-profits and CSR programs with our business customers to donate filters and public health education to families that not have access to safe drinking water.

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10 Questions w/ Kai Paul:
Co-Founder of Indosole

Indosole's mission is to become the most responsible and environmentally conscious footwear company in the world by delivering high-quality environmental and vegan footwear for travel, adventure and everyday life.

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10 Questions w/ Amanda Marcella: Sustainability Director of Potato Head

Potato Head's unwavering commitment to sustainability ensures that consumers receive a top-notch experience, consistently steering clear of inferior solutions.

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10 Questions w/ Kania: Executive Director of Green School Foundation

Green School Foundation uses the power of education and impactful community collaborations to raise environmental sustainability awareness and responsibility for the future generation.

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Meet Pak Man: One of Sungai Watch First Staff Members

Listen to his powerful message urging us all to do better with our waste in Bali.

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10 Questions w/ Stefan Magnus:
Founder of Heveya Mattresses

Crafted from latex carefully sourced from certified organic plantation, Heveya mattresses redefine comfort with a conscious touch. These mattresses can be repurposed as soundproof panels, reducing waste, and promoting sustainability.

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10 Questions w/ Valerine:
Co-Founder of WeDoo

WeDoo provides tools and machinery to create a local circular economy in Indonesia.

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Meet Andy Grant:
CEO Of Spring Spa Bali

Spring Spa seamlessly blends beauty, design, lifestyle, and wellness, offering a unique social spa experience that moves away from traditional formalities

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Meet Louise Millroy: Founder of Kinship Studio & Bar Souvenir

Louise started Kinship Studio in 2019 and recently took an inspiring move in her career: to close the business and change her career path.

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10 Questions w/ Karunia Fisher: Founder of Rimmba

RIMMBA aims to connect with the mystical spirit of the jungle, encouraging a deeper appreciation for nature and fostering a more conscious and caring relationship with the world around us.

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Meet Wendy Thomas: Founder of Kevala Ceramics

Kevala Ceramics champions over a hundred artisans who specialise in hand carving moulds, wheel throwing and surface decoration. The company recently started to design, produce, and distribute a ceramic line entirely made from waste.

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Meet Windu: Sustainability Manager of Waterbom Bali

Waterbom Bali has been committed to transforming their business and operations by implementing ambitious sustainability initiatives and goals.

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Tina Gulino:
Founder of The Find Bali

Founded in Bali, Indonesia and lead by passionate women, The Find is an independent fashion and homeware brand.

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Meet Jin Park:
Founder of Moran The Label

Moran is a Bali-based fashion label manufactured ethically and offering comfortable daily wear for natural and conscious women.

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Meet Mahesa Dharmawan: Community Hero in Bali & Indonesia

I support the development of internal community initiatives by organizing workshops and training, ensuring that the team remains in a positive and respectful environment. I am also responsible for the wellbeing of our customers.

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Meet Holly & Tyler:
Founders of House of Slim

Thoughtfully curating elements, paying homage to era’s past, House Of Slim at its core, is a considered and intimate furniture brand.

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Meet Ryan Thejasukmana:
Head Chef of Bartolo Bali

Bartolo is an elegant neighborhood restaurant and bar in Uluwatu serving simple but unexpected sharing plates inspired and rooted in European flavors. The restaurant & bar celebrates locally sourced seasonal ingredients, next-levels zero waste cocktails and great wine.

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Meet Eka Sunarya:
Head Chef at Buahan, A Banyan Tree Escape

Developed thoughtfully over decades and through the pandemic, Buahan’s brand extension symbolizes Banyan Tree brand’s vision to creating immersive experiences combining deep nature and sustainable design.

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Meet Janine Hall:
Founder of Escape Haven

Escape Haven is committed to the implementation of proactive measures to help protect and sustain the natural environment and conserve Bail’s beautiful and precious land and resources.

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Meet Romina Baldomir:
Founder of The Studio Isla

Studio Isla is a responsible interior design firm based in Bali. Their design approach always prioritises natural, recycled and locally sourced materials that respect the environment and the communities.

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Meet Budiman Ong:
Founder of Ong Cen Kuang

Brand founder Budiman Ong has always been drawn to lighting — the irreplaceable element in any home. Keen to follow his passion in exploring different materials unique characters, signatures and his passion for modern designs, created Ong Cen Kuang in 2008.

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Meet Liza Maalouf:
Chef at Lebanese Restaurant 'Zali'

Zali brings the story of Lebanese hospitality & love of sharing food all the way from Beirut. The concept of Zali was born from a love for food and belief that sharing food is sharing stories and spreading happiness.

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Meet Jorge Sosa Balbuena:
Duty Manager of Bambu Indah

Bambu Indah prides itself on combining the best of antique architecture and design, innovative bamboo architecture with modern and sustainable practices in a luxury environment. They named this collection of antique teak homes Bambu Indah, which translates to beautiful bamboo.

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Meet Simon Pestridge:
CXO of Desa Potato Head

Guided by the belief that sustainability can lead us to a far better experience for the consumer, Desa Potato Head is a creative village by the ocean where music, art, design, food and wellness play together.

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Meet Troy Sinclair:
Founder of Batu Karang Lembongan

As a premier accommodation on Nusa Lembongan, Batu Karang Lembongan Resort & Spa is aiming to lead the way with environmental concepts to set an example to those around and those yet to come.

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Meet Dinna Wiji Safitri:
Sustainability Manager of Four Seasons Bali

Striving to minimize its impact on the environment, Four Seasons Resort is guided by the Balinese philosophy of Tri Hita Karana and is proud to be recognised as a responsible tourism operator.

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