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Inspiring & Connecting
People for Positive Change

Inspiring & Connecting People for Positive Change

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.

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UPCOMING EVENT

The Punch Sustainable
Gala & Awards Ceremony 2024

We are thrilled to announce the most anticipated event of the year, our Sustainable Business Gala 2024! Get ready to be part of an evening filled with inspiration, innovation, and celebration as we come together to recognize and honor the incredible achievements of The Punch Community.

Bringing achievements and success stories to the Bali stage, The Punch Gala 2024 will celebrate exceptional business members and change-makers that demonstrate outstanding commitments, best practices and sustainable solutions available on the market.

DECEMBER 7TH 2024 - LOCAVORE NXT

AWARD NOMINATION 1

Sustainability Management Excellence

Celebrating an individual or organization with exceptional leadership and strategy in advancing sustainability within their organization, employees and consumers.

AWARD NOMINATION 2

Innovative Sustainable Building & Design

Honouring a project, individual or organization that makes significant contributions to sustainable architecture and design through innovative & future-proof practices.

AWARD NOMINATION 3

Preservation of Cultural Interaction & Heritage

Celebrating an individual or organization that is actively working to preserve and promote cultural heritage while fostering sustainability with the local community.

AWARD NOMINATION 4

Local & Sustainable Sourcing Champion

Acknowledging an individual or organization that is consistently supporting local and sustainable sourcing practices, reducing the impact of business activities.

AWARD NOMINATION 5

Equal & Local Employment Advocate

Recognizing an individual or organization that has prioritized equal and local employment opportunities, contributing to the well-being of the local community.

AWARD NOMINATION 6

Sustainability Staff Engagement

Highlighting an individual or business that excels in empowering, engaging and motivating their staff to actively participate in sustainable initiatives.

AWARD NOMINATION 7

Exemplary Waste Management Solutions

Empowering an individual or organization that is implementing waste management strategies, reducing waste and promoting recycling / upcycling.

AWARD NOMINATION 9

Leadership in Renewable Energy Adoption

Celebrating an individual or business that demonstrates leadership in adopting renewable energy sources, reducing carbon emissions and energy consumption.

AWARD NOMINATION 12

Community Support & Guidance Leader

Acknowledging an individual or organization that is playing a pivotal role in supporting and guiding the local community through various ways including sustainability education.

AWARD NOMINATION 13

Consumer Awareness & Educational Enthusiast

Celebrating an individual or organization that is actively raising awareness and educating others on sustainability issues and solutions.

AWARD NOMINATION 14

Hospitality Business of the Year

Recognizing an hospitality establishment that is excelling in delivering exceptional experiences while demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability.

AWARD NOMINATION 15

Solution-based Supplier of the Year

Recognizing a supplier that is consistently providing innovative and sustainable solutions, benefiting businesses, consumers, and the environment.

AWARD NOMINATION 16

Responsible Brand of the Year

Celebrating a brand between fashion, beauty, home or F&B, that has introduced exceptional manufacturing standards, innovative products, and sustainable packaging solutions.

AWARD NOMINATION 17

Sustainable Product of the Year

Empowering a product created or offered by a brand, business or supplier that stands out as an exemplary sustainable solution through durability, quality, innovation, environmental responsibility.

AWARD NOMINATION 18

Bali's Change Maker of the Year

Honoring an individual who is shown exceptional dedication, leadership and impact in driving sustainability initiatives and positive change. This individual has been instrumental in inspiring and mobilizing others.

AWARD NOMINATION 19

Responsible Employee of the Year

Celebrating a unique employee who leads by example and demonstrates a strong commitment to actively promoting responsible practices both within their company and in the local community.

AWARD NOMINATION 20

Sustainable Business of the Year

This award is the pinnacle of sustainability recognition. It recognizes a business that has not only embraced sustainability but has also demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and impact.

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PAST EVENTS

"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

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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

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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