THE PUNCH EVENTS
Uniting Hospitality Leaders,
Creators, and Changemakers for
a Sustainable Future in Bali
Uniting Hospitality Leaders, Creators, and Changemakers for a Sustainable Future in Bali
Explore The Punch Events — a gathering of hospitality industry leaders, creators, and change-makers all committed to minimizing their environmental footprint. This dynamic convergence aims to encourage the exchange of achievements, insights, and innovative solutions, propelling us forward in our shared mission to build a better future for Bali. Together, we form a powerful movement for positive change, united by a collective dedication to sustainability.
UPCOMING EVENTS IN 2025
Leading the Charge for
an Impactful Future in 2025
In 2025, The Punch Community will host a series of dynamic events and workshops, bringing together innovators, changemakers, and sustainability leaders to drive meaningful action. These gatherings will focus on collaborative solutions, knowledge exchange, and hands-on strategies to create a more sustainable future for Bali and beyond. From workshops on sustainable business practices to celebrating local heroes, 2025 promises to be a year of impactful connections and transformative progress in sustainability.
KEY UPCOMING EVENTS
Sustainable Business Masterclass: Scaling with Purpose
Bali’s Impact Heroes Summit
Conscious Consumerism: Shaping Ethical Choices
Biodiversity & Conservation: Protecting Bali’s Natural Heritage
Waste Not, Want Not: Circular Economy Solutions for Bali
Sustainable Tourism & Regenerative Travel: A Vision for Bali
Empowering Local Artisans: Sustainability through Craftsmanship
Building & Design: Sustainable Architecture for the Future
The Future of Food: Sustainable Sourcing & Zero-Waste Kitchens
The Punch Sustainability Awards Gala: Celebrating Bali’s Heroes
Scaling with Purpose
Bali’s Impact Heroes Summit
Conscious Consumerism
Protecting Bali’s Natural Heritage
Circular Economy Solutions for Bali
Sustainable Tourism & Regenerative Travel
Empowering Local Artisans
Sustainable Architecture for the Future
Sustainable Sourcing & Zero-Waste Kitchens
The Punch Sustainability Awards Gala:
RECENT EVENT
The Punch Sustainable
Gala & Awards Ceremony 2024
We are proud to announce the winners of The Punch Sustainability Awards 2024, a celebration of Bali's most inspiring individuals and businesses reshaping our collective future. This year’s winners exemplify innovation, dedication, and impact in sustainability, showcasing remarkable efforts across regenerative farming, waste management, ethical design, community empowerment, cultural heritage and more.
Their achievements remind us of the importance of taking responsibility for Bali and its communities while honoring the island's rich cultural heritage that serves as a guiding light for sustainable living.
DECEMBER 7TH 2024 - LOCAVORE NXT
PAST EVENTS
"There is no power
for change greater than
a community discovering
what it cares about."
"There is no power for change greater than a community discovering what it cares about."
THE PUNCH SUSTAINABILITY GALA 2023
April 5th, 2023 | Desa Potato Head - The Punch held the first Sustainability Gala of Bali at Studio Eksotika, Potato Head. During this event and across two panel discussions, 250+ hospitality industry leaders committed to minimizing their environmental footprint, came together to exchange achievements, insights, and solutions to continue building a better future for Bali. A powerful movement for positive change.
Through the panel discussions, 12 business owners, managers and change-makers addressed their stories, experiences and point of views across two important topics: “Designing, building and operating for tomorrow’s tourism demand” and “Creating sustainable products and services to maximize efficiency and minimize impact”.
Panel Discussion 1
"How to design, build & operate more sustainably for tomorrow's tourism demand and why we need to shift to a more responsible hospitality industry."
Maitri Fischer - Founder of Eco Mantra
Sayan Gulino – Founder of Waterbom Bali
Orin Hardy - Founder of Bamboo U
Dinna Safitri - Sustainability Manager of Four Seasons Resorts Bali
Diego Higuera - Founder of Aora Space
Scott Kowaleski – Founder of Desa Hay &Munduk Cabins
Panel Discussion 2
"What role companies play in creating efficient, sustainable products and services to maximize efficiency and minimize impact."
Gary Bencheghib - Founder of Sungai Watch
Maike van Grootel – Founder of Skute Bali & NIU
Mahesa Dharmawan – Community manager of The Lawn Canggu
Kai Paul - Founder of Indosole
Souhela Ferrah – Founder of Fields of Yarrow
Panji Wisrawan – Head Mixologist of Apéritif Bar
THE PUNCH NETWORKING SESSION 2023
June 1st, 2023 | Sundara, Four Seasons Jimbaran - Through an impactful exhibition, key impact numbers from The Punch Community and the participation of selected speakers, we celebrated and connected sustainable suppliers to our community of businesses looking for solutions. The main goal of this event was to empower and connect economic leaders of Bali to work together to minimize the use of resources, reduce unnecessary waste and harmful emissions.
Event's Takeaways
Introduction of the best sustainable suppliers of Bali.
Network of hospitality industry leaders, sustainable suppliers & change-makers.
The Punch Community's impact numbers.
Transformative solutions and guidance to create a sustainable future in Bali.
Event's Speakers
Diego Higuera - Founder of Aora Space
Benoit Prim - Founder of Ineco Solar
Lenya Bass-Dodds - Founder of Life of Sawah
Dom Hammond - Head Chef of Tanaman
Kevin Vignier-Groiez - Founder of Ecollabo8
Jan Jurecka - Head Mixologist of Four Seasons Bali
"We're all destined for
greatness in our own way."
THE PUNCH WOMEN'S NIGHT 2023
May 11th, 2023 | Kinship Studio - A celebration of our incredible community of Punch Women to unlock greatness in 2023 As a supportive community of like-minded, entrepreneur women, this event was a great occasion to connect and exchange our rules for success, inspiring achievements and challenges, productivity, self-care and wellness tips to continue building a better future for Bali.
Event's Takeaways
Network of entrepreneur women.
Transformative inspiration and ideas to be productive and achieve greatness.
Advices on what it takes to grow a successful, responsible business
Bringing impactful ideas to life.
Nurturing creativity to build innovative and responsible products and services.
Turning challenges in opportunities.
Key insights to empower the local community of women.
Balancing entrepreneurship with self-care and wellness.
Event's Speakers
Tina Gulino - Founder of The Find Bali
Sara Howard - Sustainable Ceramist
Dominique Brett - Founder of Brett Hospitality Group
Janine - Founder of Escape Haven
Sara - Founder of Soulshine Bali
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