A Private Community of Bali Based Founders & Leaders
Get access to qualified advice, peer support & executive education, find recommended product & service providers, win new business, source M&A opportunities — all on United Founders.
What is United Founders?
As fellow founders & leaders, we know how challenging it can be at the top.Challenges you’re often not able to speak to your colleagues, investors, board members, partner or co-founder about - so as not to worry them.United Founders solves this by helping you forge deep connections with like-minded founders, leaders and advisors who understand the challenges you face and who can successfully help you overcome them.While at the same time helping provide you with a series of founder resources that help you save time and money as you grow your business.
Our members are the founders & leaders of Bali's most successful businesses
Here to help Bali leaders get better access to qualified advice, education and peer support - all while forging genuine connections and growing your respective businesses.
350+ Founders & Leaders
25+ Different Industries
USD 600M+ Total Revenue
15,500+ People Employed
Member Benefits
Online Founder Community
A private online community where 350+ founders & leaders can make direct connections to one another, ask questions and collectively solve problems they face.View Members
Exclusive In-Real Life Events
Monthly events & dinners where successful founders & leaders share real insights, and where you can connect with likeminded founders/leaders.View Events
Peer Groups
Small, curated peer groups of leaders who convene every six weeks to confidentially work through challenges, while at the same time forging deep connections.View Peer Groups
Online Expert Trainings
Monthly online expert training sessions and 40+ hours of recorded content from category experts here to help you enhance your expertise as a founder and leader.View Trainings
Founder Directory
A founder directory where you can find, learn about and get contact details of 350+ founders & leaders who you can potentially work with on future initiatives.View Directory
Founder Resources
Including US$15k+ in founder perks & discounts, along with an expert service provider directory, here to help you save time and costs as you grow your business.View Resources
What Our Members Say
I've been a member of United Founders for a while now, and it has consistently provided valuable opportunities for networking and learning. Keep up the great work! Chapeau!
Omri Ben-Canaan
Co-Founder & CEO - Kosong Satu Group
Being part of a community of other Bali-based founders has been invaluable. The information, connections and support I've received has been tremendously helpful.
Sabrina Mustopo
CEO - Krakakoa
UF has been a great way for me to connect with other professionals & business owners. The events and networking opportunities have been valuable for my personal growth.
Michael R. Lorenti Jr.
Owner - PT Sensatia Botanicals
United Founders has been a great source of support and encouragement for me as a business leader. I've met some amazing people and gained valuable insights via the community.
Sayang Ropp
CEO - BIASA
Through United Founders, I've been able to connect with other professionals and businesses in the area. I've made some valuable connections and even found new clients.
Shae Macnamara
Founder & CEO - Expat. Roasters
I've been impressed with the level of support and resources provided by UF. Patrick’s personal contribution is exceptional. It's been a valuable asset and I highly recommend it to others.
Margaret Barry
Founder & CEO - Bali Children Foundation
FAQ
What's the Joining Criteria?
Membership is exclusively available to founders & leaders with a revenue generating business, though ex-founders can apply as advisors. And sorry but for now no full-time investors.While member company revenue varies from USD 50k to USD 100 Million+ a year, the average company makes ~USD 2 Million per year.
How Much Does It Cost?
United Founders membership costs IDR 6,400,000 per year payable by either credit card or bank transfer. We also offer a monthly payment plan of IDR 1,200,000 per month.For co-founders, we also offer a buy one, get one deal for the first year when one founder subscribes to the annual plan.
I'm a Busy Leader Will I Have Time for This?
Yes! Made by busy leaders like yourself the community is designed to efficiently help you:- Connect & get trusted advice from likeminded founders.
- Win new clients & find recommended service providers.
- Stay abreast on industry news & management best practices.
Do You Offer Discounts to Charities?
While we do not offer discounts, we do give free annual memberships to 'local legends'—founders whose endeavours have already made a significant contribution to Indonesia.If you believe you qualify, please schedule a call with the organiser who can explain how to apply for this.
Is United Founders a good fit for you?
Founder Community
A private online community where 240+ founders make direct connections with one another, ask questions and collectively solve problems they face.
Exclusive Events
Monthly events & dinners where successful founders share real insights, and where you can connect with likeminded founders/leaders.View Upcoming Events
Expert Trainings
Monthly online trainings & 35+ hours of recordings from category experts here to help you elevate your expertise as a founder and leader.View Upcoming Trainings
Member Benefits
Online Founder Community
A private online community where founders can make direct connections with one another, ask questions and collectively solve problems they face.View Community
Exclusive Events & Founder AMAs
Monthly events and invite-only dinners where successful founders share real insights/learnings, and where you can connect with likeminded founders.View Upcoming Events
Founder Resources
Including an advisor directory, investor directory, service provider directory & US$10k+ in discounts, designed to help you save time and cost as you grow your business.
Member Directory (🔒)
To access the complete directory with full founder bios and contact information, paying members please log in here, and new potential members please schedule an introduction call here.
Member Directory
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Expert Training Library (🔒)
To get access to these expert training recordings, paying members please log in here, and new potential members please schedule an introduction call here.
Online Training Recordings
- Introductory Accounting Course for Non-Accountant Business Owners - Chris Saye, Founder, MarcWhittaker- Science vs Fad: Integrating Longevity Practices into Your Founder Life Webinar by Krisztina Kozary, Founder of Wholesome Nutrition by KK- Demystifying Middle East Webinar by Sudhir Syal, Founder of Startify- Crowdfunding Mastery: Unlocking Success with Kickstarter & Wefunder by Marcos Bulacio - Founder of Pangea- How to Implement and Operationalize OKRs by Doni Priliandi, Founder Happy 5- Maximise your Margin: A Masterclass in Retaining your Customers Online Training- Performance Marketing Online Training by Jean-Marc Lahaye, Founder of SatuVision- Indonesian Politics Training: Democratic Hopes, Institutional Woes & the Upcoming Election by Kevin O'Rourke - Principle of Reformasi Information Services- Crisis Management Training: Keeping Your Head while Others Lose Theirs by Adam Najberg - Head of Communications, Tencent Games Global- Public Speaking & Media Training by Jessica Melky-Macnamara- Food Industry 101 by Tassa Agustriana, Founder - Thrive Food Consulting- Social Impact Measurement by Adam Richards, Founder - Green Island Consultants- Trademarks for SMEs by Andrew Conduit, Co-Founder - SKC Law- AI for SMEs by Justin Theng, Founder - Advendo.ai- Tax Optimisation by Gede Udik Apriadi, Partner - LMATS- Navigating Indonesia's Visa System: Insights from 4 Leading Immigration Experts- How to Setup a Investment Fund- How Nuanu City Wants To Change The Way We Live
Founder Q&A Recordings
- Karlie Cummins, Founder of Bali Buddies who shares her unique POV on the future of Bali's Tourism Industry- Monty Hooke, Founder of Lighthouse Studios talking about building authentic & powerful personal brands & why all founders should have a podcast.- Ben Elberger - Founder of Karma Club on what he has learnt from investing into 40+ Hospitality businesses.- Liza Deubez, CEO & Founder - Paletas Wey talking about growing a consumer brand to all of Indonesia- Benoît Prim, Founder & Managing Director - Inecosolar talking about the state of the Indonesian Solar Industry.- Ferre Horvath, Corporate Director - GlobalXtreme ISP, talking about how Bali's Internet works.- Bruno Wauters, CEO / Co-Founder - Planet NetZero, talking about what he's learnt after 25 years of doing business in Asia.- Kevin Deisser, CEO of Invest Islands talking about building a real estate business in Lombok.-Shelley Claire Norman, Founder of MyShrine talking about turnkey interior design & 'The Bali Style'- Christian Neipp, Founder - PT Jaya Nasihat Sinar - Sandwich Leipzig GmbH talking about the lessons he's learnt as a Master Franchiser.- Lauren Bagley, Founder - Beluna House of Creatives talking about how as founders we can setup & effectively work with executive/virtual assistants!- Marc Rodrigues - Founder, Island Beverages UK LTD & Nusa Cana- Jordie Strybos, - CEO & Co-Founder, Milk & Madu- Kartika Alexandra Kepper - Founder & Director, Maja Healing- Margaret Barry - Founder & CEO, Bali Children Foundation- Tomo Hamakawa - CEO, Earth Company & Mana Earthly Paradise- Johannes Weissenbaeck - CEO, OXO Group- Tomas Jasevičius - Co-founder, The Humanians- Barry Magliardti - Founder, Fusion Wellness- Christine R. Manson - Founder, Terra Water- Billy & Naomi - Owners, Alive Wholefoods- Chris Saye - MD, MarcWhittaker- Sven Milder, Founder of Pitch House
Expert Training Library
To update your United Founders account or membership details please go here.
Online Training Recordings
- Introductory Accounting Course for Non-Accountant Business Owners - Chris Saye, Founder, MarcWhittaker (Watch Replay)- Science vs Fad: Integrating Longevity Practices into Your Founder Life Webinar by Krisztina Kozary, Founder of Wholesome Nutrition by KK (Watch Replay)- Demystifying Middle East Webinar by Sudhir Syal, Founder of Startify (Watch Replay)- Crowdfunding Mastery: Unlocking Success with Kickstarter & Wefunder by Marcos Bulacio - Founder of Pangea (Watch Replay)- How to Implement and Operationalize OKRs by Doni Priliandi, Founder Happy 5 (Watch Replay)- Maximise your Margin: A Masterclass in Retaining your Customers by Paul Kanwar, The Biz Marketer (Watch Replay)- Performance Marketing Online Training by Jean-Marc Lahaye, Founder of SatuVision (Watch Replay)- Indonesian Politics Training: Democratic Hopes, Institutional Woes & the Upcoming Election by Kevin O'Rourke - Principle of Reformasi Information Services (Watch Replay)- Crisis Management Training: Keeping Your Head while Others Lose Theirs by Adam Najberg - Head of Communications, Tencent Games Global (Watch Replay)- Public Speaking & Media Training by Jessica Melky-Macnamara (Watch Replay)- Food Industry 101 by Tassa Agustriana, Founder - Thrive Food Consulting (Watch Replay)- Social Impact Measurement by Adam Richards, Founder - Green Island Consultants (Watch Replay)- Trademarks for SMEs by Andrew Conduit, Co-Founder - SKC (Watch Replay)- AI for SMEs by Justin Theng, Founder - Advendo.ai (Watch Replay)- Tax Optimisation by Gede Udik Apriadi, Partner - LMATS (Watch Replay)- Navigating Indonesia's Visa System: Insights from 4 Leading Immigration Experts (Watch Replay)- How to Setup a Investment Fund (Watch Replay)- How Nuanu City Wants To Change The Way We Live (Watch Replay)
Founder Q&A Recordings
- Marc Rodrigues - Founder, Island Beverages UK LTD & Nusa Cana (Watch Replay)- Jordie Strybos, - CEO & Co-Founder, Milk & Madu (Watch Replay)- Kartika Alexandra Kepper - Founder & Director, Maja Healing (Watch Replay)- Margaret Barry - Founder & CEO, Bali Children Foundation (Watch Replay)- Tomo Hamakawa - CEO, Earth Company & Mana Earthly Paradise (Watch Replay)- Johannes Weissenbaeck - CEO, OXO Group (Watch Replay)- Tomas Jasevičius - Co-founder, The Humanians (Watch Replay)- Barry Magliardti - Founder, Fusion Wellness (Watch Replay)- Christine R. Manson - Founder, Terra Water (Watch Replay)- Billy & Naomi - Owners, Alive Wholefoods (Watch Replay)- Chris Saye - MD, MarcWhittaker (Watch Replay)- Sven Milder - Founder, Pitch House (Watch Replay)- Karlie Cummins - Founder, Bali Buddies who shares her unique POV on the future of Bali's Tourism Industry (Watch Replay)- Monty Hooke - Founder, Lighthouse Studios talking about building authentic & powerful personal brands & why all founders should have a podcast. (Watch Replay)- Ben Elberger - Founder, Karma Club on what he has learnt from investing into 40+ Hospitality businesses. (Watch Replay)- Liza Deubez - CEO & Founder, Paletas Wey talking about growing a consumer brand to all of Indonesia (Watch Replay)- Benoît Prim - Founder & Managing Director, Inecosolar talking about the state of the Indonesian Solar Industry. (Watch Replay)- Ferre Horvath, Corporate Director - GlobalXtreme ISP, talking about how Bali's Internet & the ISP Business works. (Watch Replay)- Bruno Wauters, CEO / Co-Founder - Planet NetZero, talking about what he's learnt after 25 years of doing business in Asia. (Watch Replay)- Kevin Deisser, CEO of Invest Islands talking about building a real estate business in Lombok. (Watch Replay)-Shelley Claire Norman, Founder of MyShrine talking about turnkey interior design & 'The Bali Style' (Watch Replay)- Christian Neipp, Founder - PT Jaya Nasihat Sinar - Sandwich Leipzig GmbH talking about the lessons he's learnt as a Master Franchiser. (Watch Replay)- Lauren Bagley, Founder - Beluna House of Creatives talking about how as founders we can setup & effectively work with executive/virtual assistants! (Watch Replay)- Sally Avenard, Founder - High & Low Headhunters, talking about Bali's current recruitment landscape. (Watch Replay)- Tobias Garritt, Co-Founder & CEO of Junglegold (Watch Replay)
Founder Discounts & Perks (🔒)
To get access to all founder deal & perk redemption details, paying members please log in here, and new potential members please schedule an introduction call here.
Founder Discounts & Perks
From restaurant promos, hotel stays, home products, food & drink products, etc. This is a list of products & services that other founders offer which they would love for you to experience! If you'd also like to submit a founder perk please do so here.
COR & DGT Forms
To help make the process of tax filing easier for every United Founder member. Below please find a directory of Certificate of Residence (COR) or Certificate of Domicile of Non Resident (DGT Forms) from global companies so additional tax needs to be paid. If you have a COR or DGT Form that isn't show here please upload here.
Events Calendar (🔒)
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Upcoming Events
November:- Wednesday 13th November 6-9pm - Founder Dinner #28- Sunday, 17th November 10am-12pm - United Founders Padel Cup- Thursday 21st November 6-9pm - Ubud Founder Meetup- Wednesday 27th November 5-7pm - Real Estate Founders Sharing Session- Friday 29th November 12-1pm - Protecting Your Company from Cyber Attacks: Phishing, Data Breaches, and Network Security Explained Webinar
Upcoming Events
November:- Wednesday 13th November 6-9pm - Founder Dinner #27 (RSVP Here)- Sunday, 17th November 10am-12pm - United Founders Padel Cup at Bali Social Club, Canggu (RSVP Here)- Thursday 21st November 6-9pm - Ubud Founder Meetup at Cantina, Rooftop (RSVP Here)- Wednesday 27th November 5-7pm - Real Estate Founders Sharing Session at OXO The Factory, Canggu- Friday 29th November 12-1pm - Protecting Your Company from Cyber Attacks: Phishing, Data Breaches, and Network Security Explained Webinar by Founder & CEO Aegix, René Bos
Peer Groups
As fellow founders & leaders, we know how challenging it can be at the top. Challenges you’re often not able to speak to your colleagues, investors, board members, partner or co-founder about - so as not to worry them.To solve this many successful founders we know use Peer Groups as a way to sanity check decisions, help with accountability, and keep them motivated on this long journey of building and growing your business.While it’s already common to find Peer Groups’s amongst Global CEO’s & High Net Worth Individuals, here at United Founders we are looking to bring this to every leader who wants to have a squad who can provide them feedback & support as you grow your business.
What Is A Founder Peer Group?
A “Peer Group” may be defined as the:“Coordination of knowledge and effort, in a spirit of harmony, between two or more people, for the attainment of a definite purpose.”— Napoleon Hill, Think And Grow Rich, 1937Peer Groups are small groups of people that have similar experiences, challenges, and trajectories in their businesses. Quite simply, they are the embodiment of the phrase: Two (or more) minds are better than one.
What Are The Benefits?
There are three clear benefits of being a part of a Peer Group:
GROWTH: By surrounding yourself with folks that can provide you with informed advice, qualified referrals, and critical constructive feedback on your failures in a safe space — you are just setting yourself up with both the resources and guidance you need to focus on growing your business.
ACCOUNTABILITY: As many founders & leaders know, keeping yourself accountable when you're the one making all the decisions can be really challenging. Peer groups can help here as during a meeting there will be a period of time where each member is in the hot seat, discussing past goals and their progress, setting new goals and tracking them, and reporting back to your peer group with updates along the way. By asking your peer group to help you be accountable to your business, you're also committing to holding them accountable.
MENTAL: Humans are generally social beings. Napoleon Hill mentions that the convergence of two individual minds creates a third, invisible force that combines the strength of both of its components. When you share your vulnerabilities and your joy with other people, you magnify your own experience and make it the experience of those around you. The power that comes from those shared experiences can be just as compelling and empowering as your individual success.
How United Founders will help you form a Peer Group?
1) You Complete our Peer Group Application
As a first step we ask you to complete a questionnaire that helps us get a feel for your experience level, expectations, work + personality styles, and other key criteria that allows us to make informed matches.
2) We Hand Select Peer Group Members
Based on your application & past conversations we've had with you during the application process we put together a small group of members that we feel have the best chance of connecting on a meaningful level.
3) We Help Moderate The First Meeting For You
Once we have put together groups of 6 founders, we will help schedule a meeting time that works for you all, give you the Peer Group sheet to complete & then help moderate the first meeting so you understand how all the different parts work! After that its over to you!
4) You're Off!
Now that you understand how the format of the meeting works & you have your completed Peer Group tracker - its then up to you & your peer group members to meet every 6 weeks!
Peer Group FAQs
How many people will there be in my Peer Group?
There are many opinions on this — some organizations will consider their entire c-suite members of their “Senior Leadership Circle”. Some communities will establish Peer Groups of 10-20 people, but in those cases the focus is less on the individual and more focused on lifting all boats.Here at United Founders— we recommend groups of six. This allows you to hear a few different perspectives, but is still familiar enough that you can maintain a sense of focus on one another. And if a peer group has more members than this - people may find they are not getting enough individual attention.
How often will we meet?
While this is something that ultimately you can decide depending on what each of your members can achieve between each session.We find that meeting every six weeks for longer 3-4 hours allows you to be able to deeply get to know your fellow members, while still being something that you can fit into your busy schedule & becomes a meeting you really look forward to.
What happens if I don't match with my fellow Peer Group members?
Sometimes things just don’t work out. Personalities may not be a match, people may not be able to make meetings anymore, it just may not be the right fit. Our suggestion: give it another shot. Be a bit more vulnerable. Give a little bit more.If it just doesn’t seem to be working,then your group may just need to part ways. Don’t take it personally — you can still have a meaningful relationship if the professional relationship isn’t it for you. If this is the case, you can email us and we’ll rematch you in a new Peer Group as long as your are still a member of United Founders.
What happens if I can't make Peer Group meetings?
Our aim is for buy-in. If you apply, you should be committed to this process.If you quit, are unresponsive, or are otherwise not committed to joining the meetings however, we will simply replace you with another member & not set you up with another group.
Welcome to United Founders!
To help you get the most out of the community please read and complete the below steps.
1. Complete Your Member Introduction & Schedule a Onboarding Call
To complete your United Founders application please first complete the below:
>> Member Introduction Form <<
When completing this form please play particular attention to the About You / Two Things You’d Like to Gain / Two Things You'd Like To Contribute questions. As we will use these answers in your formal member introduction & in the Member Directory, everything else will be kept private.After completing this form, please then schedule an Onboarding Call where we will review your member introduction, explain more about the community, and suggest fellow founders we can introduce you to directly who may be able to directly help you and your business.
2. Understand how our Community Groups Work
We will add you to four WhatsApp Groups all of which have different purposes & guidelines:1) UF - Member Introductions: Here is where we introduce all new founders joining United Founders. Please do welcome them & direct message them if you'd like to arrange a meeting. If the group is too noisy for you please do bear in mind there is also a quieter UF - Member Introductions (Read only) group which you can join instead.2) UF - Business Questions: Here you can ask business related questions that our community members can help you answer based on their experience. Or if they can't, introduce you to individuals within their network who can offer further assistance.3) UF - Event Updates: On this read only group we will share upcoming event details & reminders about our weekly events.4) UF - Promos & Misc Chats Here you are allowed/encouraged to share your companies promotions, events, news, etc. as well as any content you find interesting, plus where you can also invite fellow members to grab drinks/dinner, play tennis, etc.Please note while we expect all members to be a part of the Introduction & Announcement group, not all members may necessarily want to be a part of the Business Questions or Promo groups as they can become a little noisy at times. Hence if thats you please feel free to simply remove yourself from these groups as necessary,Finally, to maintain a positive environment, please refrain from being overly promotional or excessively focused on selling to your fellow members. As it's important we foster a collaborative atmosphere where members can freely exchange ideas and support one another. Failure to comply with these guidelines & formal warnings may result in the revoking of your United Founders membership.
3. Browse and RSVP for Future Events
To help founders spontaneously meet one another we run an average of 4 events per month.Ranging from online expert masterclasses & Founder Q&As, to in-person sharing sessions, to founder mastermind dinners, and large fireside chat events.You can browse all of these upcoming events on our Events Page and RSVP to the events that interest you.
4. Explore the Member Directory
United Founders was built with the purpose of helping founders forge genuine connections, open new opportunities & gain advice for each other.As such please make sure to explore the Member Directory to find, learn about and directly reach out to founders who you'd like to connect with.(Pro Tip: The directory allows you to filter by Industry / Location so you can quickly find founders with similar interestes who are located close to you.)
5. Browse our Founder Discounts & Perks
To encourage mutual support among founders and streamline the growth of your businesses, United Founder members also gain access to:- Founder Discounts & Perks - Here, you can discover exclusive deals and perks offered by fellow members, allowing you to enjoy their products and services at special rates.If you wish to showcase your own services or products in the aforementioned section or if you are aware of other companies or individuals that should be featured, please visit this link or share it with them.
6. Apply to Join a Peer Group
As the United Founders community grows, so that you can still forge deep connections to likeminded founders here you can signup to form 'circles' of 3-4 founders who meet monthly to confidentially work through challenges they face and learn more about one another's business.>> Peer Group Application Form <<Please note that Circle are only available members who have signed up to the Community + Circle plan, as by signing up to a core group requires you to commit to monthly in-person meetings with your fellow core group members.A commitment we promise will very much be worthwhile, given the great friendships you will be able to form and support you will be able to receive.
7. Update Your Account Details
If you'd like to upgrade, downgrade or even cancel your subscription you can do so below:Account & Subscription Details.
8. Finally...
If you have a question that isn't answered above, have a suggestion as to how we can improve the community, or simply need someone to chat to feel free to schedule a call with me here!As a I built United Founders to help make the journey of being a founder slightly easier & slightly less lonely - so here to help if I can!Cheers,
Patrick
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"Since joining United Founders, I've been able to forge genuine connections with a number of like minded founders, who given my schedule, I simply wouldn’t have been able to meet otherwise. From taking part in events it has also been great to hear the insights & learnings from other founders, which in turn I’ve used to help refine my own approach to business. United Founders is an invaluable community for any committed founder or leader."
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Membership is exclusively available to founders & leaders with a revenue generating business, though ex-founders can apply as advisors. And sorry but for now no full-time investors. While member company revenue varies from USD 50k to USD 100 Million+ a year, the average company makes ~USD 2 Million per year.
After completing your United Founders application, you will then be asked to schedule a 45-minute call during which we will review your application to see if you're a fit for the community and help answer any questions you may have about United Founders. For those who are successful, we will proceed to add you to the community. If not, however, we will provide you with a full refund.
Yes! Please simply follow the steps found here. Once completed we will manually setup your account.
Yes! It's common for founders to invite their co-founder to join, and for those who join on an annual basis, we offer a buy one, get one free promotion for your co-founder's first year of membership - the only caveat being that we will only formally introduce one of you to the group. To apply, simply sign up first and then provide your co-founder's full name, WhatsApp number, and email. After which we will manually set them up for the first year.
Your membership will commence upon completion of payment and will automatically renew on the same day of the following month or year corresponding to the date of your initial signup i.e. 1st March 2024 --> 1st March 2025.
Yes! As soon as you complete payment we will send you a Invoice receipt which you can use for reimbursement purposes.
During your first month as a United Founder member, if, for whatever reason, you're unsatisfied with the experience. Simply message the organiser, and we'll provide you with a no-questions-asked refund to your bank account.
While we do not offer discounts to these types of institutions, we do provide one free annual membership per month to 'local legends'—founders whose endeavors have already made a significant contribution to Indonesia. If you believe you qualify, please schedule a call with the organiser who can explain how to apply for this.
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Welcome to United Founders
To join United Founders you must be a founder, leader, or VP of a business or charity doing US$15k+ a month in revenue, or which has raised US$500k+ in outside funding.United Founders is a community for some of Indonesias most successful founders & leaders.Our members are ambitious, engaged, and have a contagious sort of generosity that makes us all very proud to be a part of Hampton.Please answer a few short questions to see if you qualify for membership at this time.
"Since joining United Founders, I've been able to forge genuine connections with a number of like minded founders, who given my schedule, I simply wouldn’t have been able to meet otherwise. From taking part in events it has also been great to hear the insights & learnings from other founders, which in turn I’ve used to help refine my own approach to business. United Founders is an invaluable community for any committed founder or leader."
Jason Eugene
Chief Country Officer, Mandala Group
United Founders - 'King/Queen of the Court' Charity Padel Tournament
Reserve A Ticket - IDR 520,000
After a number of requests from our Padel playing members, I'm excited to announce our first United Founders 'King/Queen of the Court' Padel Tournament will be happening on Sunday, November 17th, from 10 am to 1 pm at Bali Social Club, Canggu!This event is a great chance to:- Meet new UF Padel partners from across Bali in a friendly setting 👯
- Raise funds for Bali Children's Foundation - as IDR 200k of a each ticket sales will go to charity! 💖
- Enjoy a fun and healthy Sunday morning! 🎾🧊🍻Now to help match you with players of similar skill levels, we’ll be using a 'King of the Court' style format, where you rotate courts and face opponents of varying levels, with more balanced pairings as you progress.As such if you’re a Padel player with over 5 games under your belt (sorry brand-new players, this tournament isn’t for you!), please reserve your ticket below.Looking forward to making this happen and meeting lots of new Padel friends in the process!
When & Where
Sunday, 17th November from 10.00am - 1.00pm
Bali Social Club - Padel & Wellness, Canggu
Event Rundown
10.00am-12.30pm: United Founders King/Queen of the Tournament Starts12.30-1.00pm: King/Queen of the Court' Charity Padel Award Ceremony
What's Included
6 Courts for 3 hours
24 participants
Rental rackets (if needed)
1 x Coconut/Soft Drink
United Founders - F&B Product Founders Sharing Session + Sababay Winery Tour
For this quarter’s F&B Product Founders Event, we are excited to announce that it will be held at Sababay Winery, Bali’s premier winery known for its award-winning wines and dedication to sustainable local production.The event will kick off with a behind-the-scenes tour led by Sababay’s CEO, Evy Gozali. This is a rare opportunity to explore the winery's operations and learn about the journey that has propelled Sababay from a local family business to a nationally recognized brand with over 60 international awards. Evy will share insights into the winery’s collaboration with local communities and stakeholders, emphasizing how these partnerships have been key to their success in harnessing Bali’s natural resources to produce exceptional wines.After the tour, we will transition into the F&B Product Founders Sharing Session, where leading food and beverage entrepreneurs will discuss the challenges & opportunities in today's F&B Industry. Topics will include scaling a business in Indonesia’s unique market, leveraging local ingredients, navigating government regulations, and ensuring sustainability, all while positioning Indonesian products globally without compromising on authenticity and quality.The event will conclude with a relaxed Wine & Canape session, providing a chance to connect with fellow F&B founders and business owners in a relaxed, inspiring environment. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from Evy Gozali and other Bali-based food and beverage innovators, as they share practical strategies and inspiring stories on how to scale local brands for global success!
When & Where
Thursday, 7th November from 4.00pm - 7.00pm
Sababay Winery, Jalan Professor Doktor Ida Bagus Mantra No.333X Keramas, Bali
Event Rundown
4.00pm-5.00pm: Sababay Winery Tour by Evy Gozali, Co-Founder & CEO, Sababay Winery5.00pm-6.00pm: F&B Product Founders Round Table Sharing Session6.00pm-7.00pm: F&B Product Founder Canapés & Drinks
What's Included
Sababay Winery Tour
F&B Product Founder Sharing Session
Drinks & Canapé's by Sababay Winery
Great Insights from Like-minded F&B Product Founders
Notes
While all United Founders members are welcome to apply, due to a limited number of tickets, priority will be given to founders whose businesses are active in the F&B Product Industry
While these events are typically exclusive to United Founders members, members are permitted to reserve tickets for guest so long as they are also F&B Product Founders
United Founders - Artisan Founders Sharing Session + Kevala Ceramics Workshop Tour
For this quarter’s Artisan Founder Event, we are happy to announce that it will be held at Kevala Ceramics, Bali’s leading artisanal ceramics studio that has been at the forefront of Bali’s handmade ceramics movement, supplying unique tableware to some of the world’s top hotels and restaurants.The event will start with a rare behind-the-scenes guided tour led by founder Wendy Thomas, offering a unique opportunity to explore Kevala’s creative process and learn about the inspiration behind their designs. Attendees will see how traditional craftsmanship blends with innovative design, showcasing Kevala’s sustainable approach to handmade ceramics and creating pieces that are both functional and artistic.Following the tour, we’ll dive into an Artisan Founders Sharing Session, where Bali’s leading creative entrepreneurs will share their entrepreneurial stories and the challenges of scaling a craft-based business. Potential topics will include innovation, sustainability, and the importance of preserving craftsmanship in a fast-paced global environment.Finally, enjoy an intimate lunch where you can engage with fellow artisan business owners, exchanging ideas and stories in a relaxed and inspiring setting. Join us for what will be a great opportunity to learn from and connect with like-minded Bali Artisan Founders!
When & Where
Thursday, 3rd October from 10.00am - 1.00pm
Kevala Ceramics Production and Head Office, Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai No.144, Kesiman, Kec. Denpasar
Event Rundown
10.00am-11.00am: Kevala Factory Tour by Wendy Thomas, Founder of Kevala Ceramics11.00am-12.00pm: Artisan Founder Sharing Session12.00pm-1.00pm: Artisan Founder Lunch
What's Included
Kevala Workshop Tour
Artisan Founder Sharing Session
Free Lunch & Refreshments by Kevala
Great Insights from Like-minded Artisan Founders
Notes
While all United Founders members are welcome to apply, due to a limited number of tickets, priority will be given to founders whose businesses are active in the Artisan Industry i.e. Textiles, Fashion, Home Decor, Furniture, Jewellery, Accessories, etc.
Since this event is being held at a private venue, please feel free to bring any additional drinks you'd like to enjoy.
United Founders - Re-Thinking Real Estate Discussion + Stilt Studios Family Village Tour
During our last United Founders real estate roundtable discussion, one of the main talking points was how developers need to re-examine how they build, design, and develop their properties.To further delve into this topic for this quarter's event, we are pleased to announce that we will be holding it at Family Village Canggu by Stilt Studios, who, with their modular home system, are truly rethinking how real estate is done here in Bali.Additionally, their CEO, Florian Holm, will give us a tour of their new Family Village, which is designed for families and features its own playground and community space, all built sustainably. This project represents a new approach to real estate development, redefining how entire communities are designed and created here in Bali.Following this, we will have a lively, moderated real estate-focused discussion on the topic, followed by a BBQ kindly provided by Stilt Studios and drinks from Sababay Wine, who will be showcasing their new Sangria, and Everyday Weekend, who will be showcasing their new Hard Seltzer. We look forward to seeing you there!
When & Where
Wednesday, 4th September from 5.00pm - 7.30pm
Family Village Canggu, Jl. Veteran No.87, Buduk, Kec. Mengwi, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80351
Event Rundown
5.00pm-5.30pm: Stilt Studios Family Village Tour by Florian Holm, Founder & CEO Stilt Studios/Grün Resorts5.30pm-6.30pm: Re-Thinking Real Estate Founder & Leader Discussion6.30pm-7.30pm: BBQ & Drinks
What's Included
BBQ Provided by Stilt Studios
Sababay Wine's new Sangria
Hard Seltzer from Everyday Weekend
Great conversation with likeminded Real Estate founders/leaders.
Notes
While all United Founders members are welcome to apply, due to a limited number of tickets, priority will be given to founders whose businesses are active in the Architecture, Construction, Real Estate, and Interior Design industries.
Since this event is being held at a private venue, please feel free to bring any additional drinks you'd like to enjoy.
United Founders - Ubud Founder Dinner
For United Founders tenth founder dinner we're happy to announce that once again in the spirit of helping support fellow founders we will be hosting it at the Beluna - House of Creatives, whose founder Lauren Bagley will also be joining us for dinner.Given that we have found its a fantastic way to quickly get to know each other we will be using a mastermind dinner format. A format where we will ask everyone to share one business question or challenge you are currently facing, which the group will then collectively help brainstorm to find a solution or way forward.Something we will do whilst enjoying a three course Asian Fine Dining Menu along with wine by Sababay & a selection of non-alcoholic drinks by Bali Rain.
When & Where
Wednesday, 31st May from 6pm-8.30pm
Beluna - House of Creatives, Jl. Subak Sok Wayah Jl. Raya Ubud, Ubud.
Event Rundown
6.00pm - 6.15pm: Arrive and meet your fellow members.6.15pm - 6.30pm: We sit down and introduce ourselves while the food starts to arrive.6.30pm - 9.00pm: Each person in turn will share their own challenge and we’ll spend 10 minutes as a group brainstorming each problem to find a solution or way forward.9.00pm: We’ll draw the dinner to a close.
What's Included
3 x Course Fine Dining Asian Menu
Half a bottle of Sababay Wine per person
Non-alcholic drinks by Bali Water
Table Water
Great conversation with nine likeminded founders/leaders.
Notes
While the menu meets all dietary preferences, if you have any specific dietary allergies we need to be made aware of please message Patrick.
Given the limited number of seats for these monthly dinners, we kindly request that those who have participated in last months dinner refrain from attending this one.
After booking if you are unable to make this dinner we will do our best to fill your spot with someone on the waiting list.
If you'd like additional drinks please feel free to bring them along.
Unveiling the Controversial Art of Legal Tax Optimization: Leveraging Offshore Havens, Global Corporate Laws, and Residencies to Minimize Tax Obligations by Former Offshore Banker Tristan de Gouvion Saint Cyr
Friday, 1st November 1pm-2pm
Online Zoom Call
What they don’t want you to know: how to keep more of what you make legally.Managing international tax obligations isn't just complex—it's a maze designed to keep the average person out. While most grapple with increasing tax burdens, a savvy few legally minimize their obligations through sophisticated strategies.As such for this month's expert training, we're excited to announce that on November 1st, from 1-2 pm, we will have Tristan de Gouvion Saint Cyr, founder of Nomad Tax Solutions, joining us to present a webinar titled "Unveiling the Controversial Art of Legal Tax Optimization: Leveraging Offshore Havens, Global Corporate Laws, and Residencies to Minimize Tax Obligations."Tristan will delve deep into international tax planning, corporate structuring, transfer pricing, and compliance, drawing on his extensive experience helping multinational companies and individuals optimize their tax strategies.What You'll Learn:
Legal Strategies for Tax Optimization: Explore ways to optimize taxes for companies and individuals while staying compliant with local and international laws.
Corporate Structuring Across Borders: Understand best practices for setting up holding companies and subsidiaries in different jurisdictions.
Transfer Pricing Considerations: Learn about acceptable methods for charging corporate office costs and how to navigate transfer pricing regulations.
Asset Protection and Legacy Planning: Gain insights into protecting your assets and planning for the future within local legal frameworks, especially in times of geopolitical unrest.
Managing Personal Income and Dividends: Discover effective ways to manage personal finances, including receiving income and dividends from abroad.
Navigating Tax Audits and Compliance: Prepare for standard and random tax audits by understanding what to expect and how to stay compliant.
Global Corporate Setup Insights: Get information on the best countries for business, tax, and residency in Southeast Asia and how they can work together effectively.
And for those who don't know Tristan is the founder of Nomad Tax Solutions, a leading consultancy specializing in international tax planning for businesses and expatriates. With over 15 years of experience in international finance and tax law with Barclays Bank, ABN AMRO, and RBS, Tristan has helped numerous clients navigate the complexities of cross-border taxation, corporate structuring, and asset protection since 2006.His expertise encompasses global corporate setups, tax optimization strategies, and navigating the international landscape of tax laws for both corporations and individuals. Tristan's deep understanding of global finance, tax laws, and corporate governance makes him a sought-after advisor for multinational corporations and expatriates alike.Why you can't afford to miss this webinar?This isn't just another informational session—it's a rare opportunity to gain insights usually reserved for top-tier executives and UHNWI.Tristan will share actionable strategies without the usual information gatekeeping that often surrounds these topics.
Whether you're operating a multinational company, considering setting up a holding structure, a Trust or an expatriate looking to legally optimize your personal taxes, this webinar will provide valuable insights and strategies to help you navigate the intricate world of international taxation.Don't miss this chance to unlock the secrets of legal tax optimization & equip yourself with the knowledge to take control of your financial future.
(Disclaimer: All strategies discussed are legal and compliant with international laws. Nomad Tax Solutions does not endorse tax evasion or any illegal activities.)
Unlock Bali’s Property Secrets: A Founder’s Guide to Maximizing Returns. Exclusive Training with Omri Ben-Canaan, CEO of Kosong Satu Group and The Kedungu Fund
Friday, 25th October 1pm-2pm
Online Zoom Call
As a fellow founder, I know you are well aware of the potential in Bali’s thriving real estate market. Whether you’re actively investing or simply exploring, the opportunities here are vast—but so are the complexities.Navigating this dynamic market requires strategic insight and a deep understanding of local nuances. It’s not just about property transactions; it’s about mastering the art of negotiation, understanding leasehold intricacies, extensions, community influences and leveraging legal frameworks to maximize returns.Whether you dream of a surfside villa, a dream home or a coffee cafe, the right strategy can transform your vision into a thriving asset. Join me in uncovering how to succeed in Bali's thriving real estate scene.What You'll Learn:
How to 9x Your Investment: Unveil the strategies behind multiplying your property investment up to ninefold by leveraging unique opportunities and timing.
Identify the Next Hotspot: Learn how to select the most promising areas in Bali for investment, backed by data-driven insights and market trends.
Leasehold vs. Freehold: Discover why leasehold properties often provide a better return on investment compared to freehold.
Avoiding the 7 Most Costly Mistakes: Avoid the pitfalls where investors lose millions, and learn how to sidestep these traps with actionable advice.
This isn't just another real estate seminar trying to sell you something!This seminar goes beyond basic tips, providing the deep insights and tools needed to thrive in Bali's real estate market. Don't miss the chance to elevate your investment strategy!Why Attend?It's a power-packed session designed to arm you with actionable insights and strategies tailored for Bali’s property market.Whether you're looking to make your first investment or scale your portfolio, this seminar is your key to making informed, profitable decisions.Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn from one of Bali's top real estate experts. Secure your spot now and take the first step towards mastering Bali’s property landscape!Save Your Spot and ensure you’re not left behind in one of the world’s most exciting real estate markets.
What Is Your Exit Strategy? How and Why to Prepare Your Business for an Exit - Fiona Laidlaw, Senior M&A Advisor at Flippa.com | CM&AA
Friday, 27th September 1pm-2pm
Online Zoom Call
Managing the complex and demanding process of exiting your business can be an emotional rollercoaster and often distract a founder from the key operations that make their business run. Although a founder may not be interested in an exit anytime soon, the best way to position your business for a seamless transaction and high valuation is to prepare ahead and have an exit strategy.As such, for this month's expert training, I'm happy to announce that on Friday, 27th September, from 1-2 pm, we will have Fiona Laidlaw from Flippa, the largest platform for online M&A globally, joining us to give a webinar titled "What Is Your Exit Strategy? How and Why to Prepare Your Business for an Exit Webinar ." Fiona will dive deep into the M&A process, case studies, and current market conditions, drawing on her experience selling over 100 businesses.For those who don't know Fiona, she is a Senior Advisor in Flippa’s Mergers and Acquisitions team and is dedicated to providing invaluable advisory services. Her expertise lies in guiding online businesses across diverse sectors, including SaaS, Apps, E-commerce, and Content, through the acquisition process. With a robust background in technology and certification as a CM&AA professional, Fiona brings a wealth of knowledge to her role.Drawing from her experience of successfully managing her own business, she possesses a profound understanding of entrepreneurship. Fiona’s track record includes facilitating the sale of over a hundred businesses. Currently, she specializes in high-value acquisitions exceeding $1M within the APAC region.So whether you're considering an exit now or in the future, do make sure to join this Webinar so you can learn actionable strategies that can maximise your business's value and ensure a smooth transition if that time comes!
Mastering Pricing Strategies for Founders: Boost Revenue and Maximise Margins - Mohammed Sebti, Founder, SeedS Strategy
Friday, 6th September 1pm-2pm
Online Zoom Call
As a founder you’ve probably asked yourself: what is the right revenue model for my product/service? What is the most relevant pricing approach that aligns with how customers perceive value? What levels of pricing should I apply? How can I increase prices while retaining customers and maximizing margins?These are all critical questions that should be addressed continuously by Founders whatever their growth maturity. Pricing is simply the most powerful lever to unlock profits but if done wrongly can lead to significant revenue & profit loss.That’s why having a Strategy is key, to know precisely what is our product and pricing positioning, how does pricing fit to our overall vision as a company and how does it contribute to our revenue growth & profitability.As such, for this month's expert training, I'm happy to announce that on Friday, September 6th, from 1-2 pm, we will have Mohammed Sebti, Founder, SeedS Strategy, joining us to give a webinar titled "Mastering Pricing Strategies for Founders: Boost Revenue and Maximise Margins".During this Webinar, Mohammed will address topics such as:
Common mistakes in product & pricing that leak significant value & profits
How to better monetize your product/service
How to assess customers willingness-to-pay
Case studies from companies that leverage pricing at its best
You’ll learn from Mohammed Sebti, a strategy consultant focused on Growth and Pricing. He has been working in the field for 7 years, leading projects for large companies (+$1B), private equity firms as well as scale-ups across Europe, US & Australia. Examples of clients include: Sephora Europe (Retail), JDE coffee group (Coffee Manufacturing), Imaweb France (Software), etc.Mohammed has recently founded SeedS Strategy, a Growth-focused strategy firm based in Singapore. He has previously worked at Simon-Kucher in the Paris office which is the world leading Topline Growth & Pricing strategy firm.So do join us for what power-packed webinar and discover how to use pricing as your secret weapon for growth! Whether you're just starting or scaling up, get ready to learn practical tips from a pricing pro that can take your business to the next level!
12 Things Founders Need to Know About Indonesian Law by Ni Luh Arie Ratna Sukasari - Founder, Malekat Hukum Law Firm
Thursday, 1st August 1pm-2pm
Online Zoom Call
Navigating Indonesian law can often present significant challenges to founders due to a legal framework that lacks clarity, overlapping regulations, and inconsistent enforcement that complicate compliance. Founders must also deal with bureaucratic red tape, varying interpretations of the law, and added complexities from language barriers and cultural differences, making reliable local legal counsel essential.As such, for this month's training, I'm happy to announce that on Thursday, August 1st, from 1-2 pm, we will have Ni Luh Arie Ratna Sukasari, Founder of Malekat Hukum Law Firm, joining us to give a webinar titled "12 Things Founders Need to Know About Indonesian Law."For those who don’t know about Malekat Hukum, they are a Bali-based law firm that takes pride in following a strict legal process, ensuring that the final outcome will always stand up in any Indonesian court.As such please join us to hear from Sari about the most common legal misunderstandings that founders and her office have to deal with, plus her insights as to how best to navigate the law here in Indonesia. Following on from the talk, Sari has kindly agreed to help answer any specific legal questions or clarifications you may have!
Introductory Accounting Course for Non-Accountant Business Owners by Chris Saye, Founder of MarcWhittaker
Friday, 14th June 1pm-2pm
Online Zoom Call
If you've ever struggled with understanding financial statements and the basics of accounting, I’m very happy to announce that Chris Saye, founder of the boutique advisory and private investment firm MarcWhittaker, on Friday, 14th June will be offering UF members a live, introductory accounting course for non-accountant business owners next week. The course is aimed at founders and entrepreneurs who want to improve their understanding of basic accounting principles and the basic set of financial statements - the balance sheet, p/l and cash flow statement.For those that don’t know Chris, he has been described as the world's most interesting accountant! He is a US CPA, former Big-4 audit partner who worked for over a decade in Russia where, among many unconventional roles, he advised and worked for oligarchs, prior to moving to SE Asia in 2012. He founded MarcWhittarer, a firm focused on advising and partnering with founders in the areas of strategy, transaction preparation, negotiation, mediation and finance.Over the years he has partnered with a number of UF members and Bali-based brands including John Hardy, Waterbom, Bambu Indah, Biasa, Sandy Bay Beach Club and Alchemy. He was a partner in Green School and led the 2021 transaction to sell the global organization to a professional, third-party school operator.Chris will run a live and interactive training covering the basics of accounting and financial statement preparation, with a particular focus on the relationship between the balance sheet and p/l, as well an overview of the cash flow statement. This is a training for non-accountant founders who struggle with understanding financial statements. Don't miss out on this opportunity and reserve your spot now!
Science vs Fad: Integrating Longevity Practices into Your Founder Life by Krisztina Kozary, Founder of Wholesome Nutrition by KK
Friday, 31st May 1pm-2pm
Online Zoom Call
[PARAGRAPH 1] If you've ever founded or run a large business, you know the struggle of balancing work and health. Founders often face challenges like long hours, constant stress, and neglecting personal well-being. Sacrificing sleep, exercise, and healthy eating is common in pursuit of entrepreneurial goals.
As such to help explain how best to balance all this as a founder I'm happy to announce that on Friday, May 31st, from 1-2 pm we will have Krisztina Kozary, Founder of Wholesome Nutrition by KK joining us to give a Webinar titled 'Science vs Fad: Integrating Longevity Practices into Your Life as a Founder Webinar'. This webinar is aimed at founders and entrepreneurs who want to maintain both business success and personal well-being as they grown their business.What you will learn:
How to 9x Your Investment: Unveil the strategies behind multiplying your property investment up to ninefold by leveraging unique opportunities and timing.
Identify the Next Hotspot: Learn how to select the most promising areas in Bali for investment, backed by data-driven insights and market trends.
Leasehold vs. Freehold: Discover why leasehold properties often provide a better return on investment compared to freehold.
Avoiding the 7 Most Costly Mistakes: Avoid the pitfalls where investors lose millions, and learn how to sidestep these traps with actionable advice.
[PARAGRAPH 2] For those who don’t know about KK, her turning point came from overcoming burnout as a Vice President in the corporate world, leading to significant personal and professional growth. Now, at 42 but with the phenotypic age of 29, she helps business owners and executives not just reach but maintain peak health and performance.
Join us to explore practical longevity strategies, effective lifestyle tweaks, and the real benefits of wellness trends in Bali.
Learn how these insights can empower you to enhance your performance, energy, and focus—key elements to sustain your entrepreneurial drive and personal well-being.
United Founders - Ubud Founders Meetup
Thursday, 21st November 6PM
Cantina Rooftop, Ubud
Dear Founders,We are excited to invite you to our fifth Ubud Founders Meetup starting at 6pm on Wednesday, 21st November at Cantina Rooftop, Ubud.Here you'll have the opportunity to meet fellow United Founders members over some great food & drinks in an ideal setting where you can exchange ideas and foster collaborations with like-minded entrepreneurs.While attendance to this event is free, please do register in advance so that we can reserve the appropriate number of tables for everyone!Looking forward to seeing you all then!Patrick
United Founders - Sanur Founders Meetup
Thursday, 10th October 6-9 PM
Shotgun Social, Sanur
Dear Founders,We are excited to invite you to our fifth Sanur Founders Meetup starting at 6pm on Thursday, 10th October at Shotgun Social in Sanur.Here you'll have the opportunity to meet fellow United Founders members over some great food & drinks in an ideal setting where you can exchange ideas and foster collaborations with like-minded entrepreneurs.While attendance to this event is free, please do register in advance so that we can reserve the appropriate number of tables for everyone!Looking forward to seeing you all then!Patrick
Demystifying Middle East Webinar by Sudhir Syal, Founder of Startify
Friday, 10th May 1pm-2pm
Online Zoom Call
In the last year it feels as if business activity in the Middle East has really taken off, with some founders opening businesses there, some raising investment from Middle East Investors - and some even choosing to permanently relocate there!As such to help explain whats going on I'm happy to announce that on Friday, May 10th, from 1-2 pm we will have Sudhir Syal, the Founder of Startify joining us to give a Webinar that helps demystify whats happening in the Middle East right now!For those of you who don't know Sudhir, he has spent the last decade of his life carrying out Go To Market activities for companies in SE Asia and the Middle East. He first built the Cinema and Event ticketing platform BookMyShow in Indonesia; and after that launched and scaled the same company in the Middle East - scaling to over $10m in revenue in a short period of time on both occasions. He then founded, launched and scaled eyewear unicorn Lenskart in the Middle East; setting up 13 stores and scaling the business to over $6m in revenues within 24 months.Recently, he has founded Startify; a GTM enabler which enables consumer and SaaS businesses to expand into the Middle East and attain scale. It has an impressive portfolio of leading Food, Fashion and enterprise software businesses which are expanding rapidly into the region.As such please do help join us to both learn from Sudhir and also get his advice on whats happening in the middle east during the followup Q&A session that he has kindly agreed to take part in after his talk!
United Founders - Founder Dinner #27
For United Founders twenty seventh founder dinner we're happy to announce that once again in the spirit of helping support fellow founders we will be hosting it at the amazing Kendra Art Gallery, Seminyak whose owner Bruno Wauters is a United Founders member.Given that we have found its a fantastic way to quickly get to know each other we will be using a mastermind dinner format. A format where we will ask everyone to share one business question or challenge you are currently facing, which the group will then collectively help brainstorm to find a solution or way forward.Something we will do whilst enjoying a three course Asian-Western fusion menu lovingly crafted by Kilo Bali (the sister company of Kendra Art Gallery) along with a welcome cocktail & accompanying wine.
When & Where
Wednesday, 13th November from 6.00pm-9.00pm
Kendra Art Space, Jl. Drupadi Jl. Raya Basangkasa No.88B, Seminyak
Event Rundown
6.00pm - 6.15pm: Arrive, enjoy the free welcome cocktail, and meet your fellow members.6.15pm - 6.30pm: We sit down and introduce ourselves while the food starts to arrive.6.30pm - 9.00pm: Each person in turn will share their own challenge and we’ll spend 10 minutes as a group brainstorming each problem to find a solution or way forward.9.00pm: We’ll draw the dinner to a close.
Notes
While the menu meets all dietary preferences, if you have any specific dietary allergies we need to be made aware of please message Patrick.
So that attendees can freely express their thoughts without reservation, we also ask that only one member per company participate in this dinner.
After booking if you are unable to make this dinner we will do our best to fill your spot with someone on the waiting list.
If you'd like additional drinks please simply purchase them directly from Kilo Bali.
United Founders - Founder Dinner #26
For United Founders twenty sixth founder dinner we will be doing a large company founder dinner for leaders of businesses doing USD 5 Million+ in top line revenue and once again in the spirit of helping support fellow founders we will be hosting it at the amazing Kendra Art Gallery, Seminyak whose owner Bruno Wauters is a United Founders member.Given that we have found its a fantastic way to quickly get to know each other we will be using a mastermind dinner format. A format where we will ask everyone to share one business question or challenge you are currently facing, which the group will then collectively help brainstorm to find a solution or way forward.Something we will do whilst enjoying a three course Asian-Western fusion menu lovingly crafted by Kilo Bali (the sister company of Kendra Art Gallery) along with a welcome cocktail & accompanying wine.
When & Where
Wednesday, 16th October from 6.00pm-9.00pm
Kendra Art Space, Jl. Drupadi Jl. Raya Basangkasa No.88B, Seminyak
Event Rundown
6.00pm - 6.15pm: Arrive, enjoy the free welcome cocktail, and meet your fellow members.6.15pm - 6.30pm: We sit down and introduce ourselves while the food starts to arrive.6.30pm - 9.00pm: Each person in turn will share their own challenge and we’ll spend 10 minutes as a group brainstorming each problem to find a solution or way forward.9.00pm: We’ll draw the dinner to a close.
What's Included
1 x Kilo Bali crafted welcome cocktail
3 x Course Asian-Western fusion menu
Half a bottle of wine per person or non-alcoholic cocktails
Table water, Tea & Coffee
Great conversation with nine likeminded founders/leaders
Notes
While the menu meets all dietary preferences, if you have any specific dietary allergies we need to be made aware of please message Patrick.
Please only reserve for this dinner if you are a leader of a businesses doing USD 5 Million+ in annual revenue.
So that attendees can freely express their thoughts without reservation, we also ask that only one member per company participate in this dinner.
After booking if you are unable to make this dinner we will do our best to fill your spot with someone on the waiting list.
If you'd like additional drinks please simply purchase them directly from Kilo Bali.
United Founders - Founder Dinner #21
For United Founders twenty first founder dinner we're happy to announce that once again in the spirit of helping support fellow founders we will be hosting it at the amazing Kendra Art Gallery, Seminyak whose owner Bruno Wauters is a United Founders member.Given that we have found its a fantastic way to quickly get to know each other we will be using a mastermind dinner format. A format where we will ask everyone to share one business question or challenge you are currently facing, which the group will then collectively help brainstorm to find a solution or way forward.Something we will do whilst enjoying a three course Asian-Western fusion menu lovingly crafted by Kilo Bali (the sister company of Kendra Art Gallery) along with a welcome cocktail & accompanying wine.
When & Where
Wednesday, 1st May from 6.00pm-9.00pm
Kendra Art Space, Jl. Drupadi Jl. Raya Basangkasa No.88B, Seminyak
Event Rundown
6.00pm - 6.15pm: Arrive, enjoy the free welcome cocktail, and meet your fellow members.6.15pm - 6.30pm: We sit down and introduce ourselves while the food starts to arrive.6.30pm - 9.00pm: Each person in turn will share their own challenge and we’ll spend 10 minutes as a group brainstorming each problem to find a solution or way forward.9.00pm: We’ll draw the dinner to a close.
What's Included
1 x Kilo Bali crafted welcome cocktail
3 x Course Asian-Western fusion menu
Half a bottle of wine per person
Table water, Tea & Coffee
Great conversation with nine likeminded founders/leaders
Notes
While the menu meets all dietary preferences, if you have any specific dietary allergies we need to be made aware of please message Patrick.
Given the limited number of seats for these monthly dinners, we kindly request that those who have participated in last months dinner refrain from attending this one.
So that attendees can freely express their thoughts without reservation, we also ask that only one member per company participate in this dinner.
After booking if you are unable to make this dinner we will do our best to fill your spot with someone on the waiting list.
If you'd like additional drinks please simply purchase them directly from Kilo Bali.
United Founders - Founder Dinner #26
For United Founders twenty sixth founder dinner we're happy to announce that once again in the spirit of helping support fellow founders we will be hosting it at the amazing Kendra Art Gallery, Seminyak whose owner Bruno Wauters is a United Founders member.Given that we have found its a fantastic way to quickly get to know each other we will be using a mastermind dinner format. A format where we will ask everyone to share one business question or challenge you are currently facing, which the group will then collectively help brainstorm to find a solution or way forward.Something we will do whilst enjoying a three course Asian-Western fusion menu lovingly crafted by Kilo Bali (the sister company of Kendra Art Gallery) along with a welcome cocktail & accompanying wine.
When & Where
Wednesday, 16th October from 6.00pm-9.00pm
Kendra Art Space, Jl. Drupadi Jl. Raya Basangkasa No.88B, Seminyak
Event Rundown
6.00pm - 6.15pm: Arrive, enjoy the free welcome cocktail, and meet your fellow members.6.15pm - 6.30pm: We sit down and introduce ourselves while the food starts to arrive.6.30pm - 9.00pm: Each person in turn will share their own challenge and we’ll spend 10 minutes as a group brainstorming each problem to find a solution or way forward.9.00pm: We’ll draw the dinner to a close.
What's Included
1 x Kilo Bali crafted welcome cocktail
3 x Course Asian-Western fusion menu
Half a bottle of wine per person or non-alcoholic cocktails
Table water, tea & coffee
Great conversation with nine likeminded founders/leaders
Notes
While the menu meets all dietary preferences, if you have any specific dietary allergies we need to be made aware of please message Patrick.
Given the limited number of seats for these monthly dinners, we kindly request that those who have participated in last months dinner refrain from attending this one.
So that attendees can freely express their thoughts without reservation, we also ask that only one member per company participate in this dinner.
After booking if you are unable to make this dinner we will do our best to fill your spot with someone on the waiting list.
If you'd like additional drinks please simply purchase them directly from Kilo Bali.
United Founders - Founder Dinner #24
For United Founders twenty fourth founder dinner we're happy to announce that once again in the spirit of helping support fellow founders we will be hosting it at the amazing Kendra Art Gallery, Seminyak whose owner Bruno Wauters is a United Founders member.Given that we have found its a fantastic way to quickly get to know each other we will be using a mastermind dinner format. A format where we will ask everyone to share one business question or challenge you are currently facing, which the group will then collectively help brainstorm to find a solution or way forward.Something we will do whilst enjoying a three course Asian-Western fusion menu lovingly crafted by Kilo Bali (the sister company of Kendra Art Gallery) along with a welcome cocktail & accompanying wine.
When & Where
Wednesday, 24th July from 6.00pm-9.00pm
Kendra Art Space, Jl. Drupadi Jl. Raya Basangkasa No.88B, Seminyak
Event Rundown
6.00pm - 6.15pm: Arrive, enjoy the free welcome cocktail, and meet your fellow members.6.15pm - 6.30pm: We sit down and introduce ourselves while the food starts to arrive.6.30pm - 9.00pm: Each person in turn will share their own challenge and we’ll spend 10 minutes as a group brainstorming each problem to find a solution or way forward.9.00pm: We’ll draw the dinner to a close.
What's Included
1 x Kilo Bali crafted welcome cocktail
3 x Course Asian-Western fusion menu
Half a bottle of wine per person
Table water
Great conversation with nine likeminded founders/leaders
Notes
While the menu meets all dietary preferences, if you have any specific dietary allergies we need to be made aware of please message Patrick.
Given the limited number of seats for these monthly dinners, we kindly request that those who have participated in last months dinner refrain from attending this one.
So that attendees can freely express their thoughts without reservation, we also ask that only one member per company participate in this dinner.
After booking if you are unable to make this dinner we will do our best to fill your spot with someone on the waiting list.
If you'd like additional drinks please simply purchase them directly from Kilo Bali.
United Founders - Canggu Founder Dinner - #9
For United Founders ninth founder dinner we're happy to announce that once again in the spirit of helping support fellow founders we will be hosting it at the amazing Wonderland by OXO villa, whose founder Johannes Weissenbaeck will also be joining us for dinner.Given that we have found its a fantastic way to quickly get to know each other we will be using a mastermind dinner format. A format where we will ask everyone to share one business question or challenge you are currently facing, which the group will then collectively help brainstorm to find a solution or way forward.Something we will do whilst enjoying a three course Asian-Western Fusion menu along with a OXO inspired welcome cocktail & Sababay Reserve red/white wine.
When & Where
Wednesday, 12th April from 6pm-8.30pm
Wonderland by OXO, Jl. Raya Babakan Canggu, Canggu.
Event Rundown
6.00pm - 6.15pm: Arrive, enjoy the free welcome drink, and meet your fellow members.6.15pm - 6.30pm: We sit down and introduce ourselves while the food starts to arrive.6.30pm - 9.00pm: Each person in turn will share their own challenge and we’ll spend 10 minutes as a group brainstorming each problem to find a solution or way forward.9.00pm: We’ll draw the dinner to a close.
What's Included
1 x OXO Inspired Welcome Cocktail
3 x Course Asian-Western Fusion Menu
Half a bottle of Sababay Wine per person
Table Water
Great conversation with nine likeminded founders/leaders.
Notes
While the menu meets all dietary preferences, if you have any specific dietary allergies we need to be made aware of please message Patrick.
After booking if you are unable to make this dinner we will do our best to fill your spot with someone on the waiting list.
If you'd like additional drinks please feel free to bring them along.
United Founders - Ubud Founder Dinner - #8
For our eighth founder dinner we will be hosting it at Villa d'Omah in Ubud whose owner Warwick Purser will also be joining us for dinner. Having lived in Bali since 1969 and founded more than a few businesses in the travel, hospitality & craft industry - Warwick has a lot of wisdom to share! Hence will be a great addition to the nine other founders joining us for dinner!Format wise for this dinner given that we have found its a fantastic way to quickly get to know each other we will be using a mastermind dinner structure. Where we will ask everyone to share one business question or challenge you are currently facing, which the group will then collectively help brainstorm to find a solution or way forward.Something we will do whilst enjoying a three course Indonesian-Western Fusion menu crafted by Villa d'Omah's chefs!
When & Where
Wednesday, 8th March from 6pm-8.30pm
Villa d'Omah, Ubud, Sayan, Ubud.
Event Rundown
6.00pm - 6.15pm: Arrive, grab a drink and meet your fellow members.6.15pm - 6.30pm: We sit down and introduce ourselves while the food starts to arrive.6.30pm - 8.30pm: Each person in turn will share their own challenge and we’ll spend 10 minutes as a group brainstorming each problem to find a solution or way forward.8.30pm: We’ll draw the dinner to a close.
What's Included
Half a bottle of Wine per person
Table Water
Great conversation with nine likeminded founders/leaders.
Notes
While the menu meets all dietary preferences, if you have any specific dietary allergies we need to be made aware of please message Patrick.
After booking if you are unable to make this dinner we will do our best to fill your spot with someone on the waiting list and swap you to a future dinner.
If you'd like additional drinks please simply purchase directly from Villa d'Omah.
How Nuanu City Wants To Change The Way We Live
With Sergey Solonin, Founder of Nuanu City & Johannes Weissenbeck, Founder of OXO Group
When it comes to Bali's urban development, many feel there is a certain inevitability as to how things will play out. With the island's hungry tourism industry leading to the continual sprawl along the South coast, combined with traffic jams, shoddy construction and a general feeling that things are developing faster than the island can keep up with.The Nuanu & OXO team however believes there is another way!They believe that by looking ahead, partnering with Pantai Nyanyi land owners, and by leading by example in the form of a 50-hectare development titled Nuanu City - that they can build a sustainable ecosystem where people-built infrastructure, nature, organisations, and economies work in harmony together to create something greater than each part.Ambitious? Yes! Crazy? Quite possibly. Inspiring? Hugely so!So much so for this Quarter’s large United Founder event we are incredibly fortunate to have Sergey Solonin, Founder of Nuanu & Johannes Weissenbeck, Founder of OXO joining us to talk more about:
Their vision for Nuanu City and how they hope this will change the way we live, and help overcome some of the challenges Bali and even the World faces today.
How the both the Bali community & business community can actively get involved with the Nuanu City project.
Their thoughts and hopes how the community can expand their hopes and vision to the whole of Pantai Nyanyi and Bali as a whole!
Following on from this presentation and fireside chat, they will also kindly be taking audience questions - which given the amazing scope and nature of this project there will no doubt be a number of!After which will have exclusive access to Mason's Backroom where you can meet fellow United Founders members and where we will serve Nusa Cana rum inspired classic cocktails, Kura Kura beer & premium canapés from Mason's Backroom Selection.
When & Where
Friday, 17th February from 4pm-7.30pm
Mason Bali, Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong No.39a, Canggu
Event Rundown
4.00pm - 4.30pm: Arrive, grab a drink and grab your seat!4.30pm - 4.50pm: Nuanu City Introduction
4.50pm - 5.30pm: Discussion with Sergey Solonin - Founder, Nuanu City & Johannes Weissenbeck - Founder, OXO Group5.30pm - 7.30pm: Drinks, Canapés & Networking with Bali's best founders & leaders7.30pm-Onwards: Mason will re-open the Backroom to the public
What's Included
8 x Premium Canapés from Mason's 'The Backroom Selection'
2 x Nusa Cana Rum Inspired Cocktails or Kura Kura Island Ale Beers
An Inspiring Vision from Sergey & Johannes!
Great conversation with Bali's best Founders & Leaders.
Notes
While these events are usually reserved for United Founders members, we will be extending invitations to non-members as long as you're a founder/leader of a business.
There will only be 50 tickets made available for this event. United Founders members are allowed to purchase one addition ticket for a guest.
We will not be taking any sales on the door, hence if you would like to attend please do purchase in advance. Please note cancellations can't be made 72 hours prior to the event.
If you'd like additional drinks or food please simply purchase them directly from Mason.
Reinventing Performance Management with Anne Caron,
Ex-APAC Head of People Operations, Google
Followed by our United Founders' Christmas Dinner and Drinks at Sunset Park, Potato Head!
For our Q4 large United Founders event & Christmas dinner we are fortunate enough to welcome Anne Caron, Ex-APAC Head of People Operations, Google for a talk and fireside chat about Performance Management at Potato Head’s Studio Eksotika followed by sunset BBQ & Christmas drinks on their roof at Sunset Park.For those who may not be familiar with Anne, she is a People Strategy expert specializing in supporting fast-growing startups and building high-performing and scalable organizations. With a wealth of experience, Anne has provided guidance to hundreds of founders across Asia and Europe, and she has developed a methodology outlined in her book "From Zero to 1,000: The Organizational Playbook For Startups".Anne's professional journey includes a decade-long tenure at Google, where she held various senior HR executive roles. Notably, she established the employer brand and sourcing strategy in Europe, assembled high-performing teams in EMEA and APAC, and implemented three global programs that continue to run successfully to this day.Originally from France, Anne completed her Master's at Bordeaux Business School (KEDGE) before embarking on a journey that led her to live in seven countries. Anne's passion lies in understanding the dynamics of people and what propels individuals to thrive in their pursuits.During this talk & fireside chat some of the topics that Anne will cover includes:
Challenging Conventional Performance Management Practices: Anne will explore the shortcomings of conventional systems and questions the effectiveness of traditional performance review methods. Emphasizing the need for a paradigm shift, she advocates for redefining how organizations approach performance measurement.
Rethinking Framework Design: Drawing on her expertise and the methodology outlined in "From Zero to 1,000: The Organisational Playbook For Startups," Anne will provide practical suggestions and actionable tips to construct a modern performance management framework for your organization.
Practical Strategies that Boost Motivation and Performance Anne will share tangible and practical strategies aimed at boosting motivation and performance within your organization, as well as actionable insights that can be implemented to help you create a more dynamic and effective performance management system.
Mastering the HR Craft: Drawing from her decade at Google & now having mentored hundreds of Founders - we will delve into Anne's unique perspective on shaping organizational culture, fostering team development, and navigating the intersection of corporate experience and entrepreneurial insights.
Following on from the talk we will have dinner & drinks at Potato Head's Sunset Park where you can meet fellow United Founders members and where we will have a Western BBQ, Nusa Cana Rum cocktails, Kura Kura beers, Red & White Sababay Wine and a selection of non-alcoholic drinks by Bali Rain.So, whether you're a founder/leader looking to elevate what matters or, are simply interested in receiving top-notch advice regarding Performance Management best practices - this event is not to be missed!
When & Where
Friday, 8th December from 4pm-7.30pm
Library at Potato Head, Jl. Petitenget No.51B, Seminyak, Bali
Event Rundown
4.00pm - 4.30pm: Arrive, grab a drink and grab your seat!4.30pm - 5.30pm: Talk by Anne Caron, ex-APAC Head of People Operations, Google
5.30pm - 7.30pm: United Founders Christmas Party at Sunset Park with Bali's best founders & leaders7.30pm-Onwards: Potato Head will re-open Sunset Park to the public
What's Included
Pre-Cocktail Canapés & Western BBQ Live Station
5 x Alcoholic drinks from Nusa Cana Rum, Kura Kura Beer & Sabbabay Wine
A selection of non-alcoholic drinks by Bali Rain
Numerous performance management insights from Anne Caron
Great conversation with Bali's best founders & leaders
Notes
While these events are typically exclusive to United Founders members, members are permitted to bring a guest at the member rate.
Additionally, we are extending invitations to non-United Founders members, provided that you are a founder/leader of a business.
We will not be taking any sales on the door, hence if you would like to attend please do purchase in advance.
If you'd like additional drinks or food please simply purchase them directly from Potato Head.
Making Waves: Success, Failure, and Resilience: A Fireside Chat with Michael Klim, Olympic Gold Medalist Swimmer & Entrepreneur
Reserve A Ticket: IDR 600-900k
For United Founders' upcoming event, we are thrilled to welcome Michael Klim, an iconic Australian swimmer, Olympic gold medalist, world champion, and former world record-holder, for a fireside talk at Mason, Canggu.Michael Klim’s journey is one of remarkable achievements and profound resilience in his sporting, business, and personal life. Born in Poland and raised in Australia, he rose to fame in the swimming world with his unique straight-arm freestyle technique. Klim's career began with his selection for the 1994 Commonwealth Games and soared with multiple world records, Olympic medals, and championships.In 1998, Klim dominated the World Aquatics Championships in Perth, winning gold in the 200m freestyle and 100m butterfly. He continued his success at the 2000 Sydney Olympics, setting a world record in the 4x100m freestyle relay and winning multiple medals. Despite setbacks and injuries, Klim's perseverance led to more victories, including gold medals at the 2001 World Championships and the 2006 Melbourne Commonwealth Games.Beyond his swimming career, Klim has made significant contributions as a coach and entrepreneur. He founded the successful skincare company Milk and Co. and later established Klim Swim in Bali. His story of overcoming personal and professional challenges, including navigating significant business transitions, personal hardships, and his recent diagnosis with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy, offers invaluable insights into resilience and success.Hence don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to hear from Michael Klim as he shares his extraordinary journey and hard-earned lessons, providing you with invaluable insights into achieving success, navigating failure, and cultivating the resilience needed to excel in both your business and personal life.Then following on from the talk we will have founder drinks & canapés where you can meet some of Bali's most successful founders & leaders all while enjoying Mason's new 'Hawker' canapé menu!
When & Where
Friday, 16th August from 4pm-7.30pm
Mason Canggu, Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong No.39a, Canggu
Event Rundown
4.00pm - 4.30pm: Arrive, grab a drink and grab your seat!4.30pm - 5.30pm: Fireside chat with Michael Klim, Olympic Gold Medallist Swimmer and Entrepreneur.5.30pm - 7.30pm: Founder drinks & canapés with Bali's most successful founders & leaders7.30pm-Onwards: Mason will re-open to the public
What's Included
Mason's New Hawker Canapés
2 x Alcoholic/Non-Alcoholic drinks by Mason
Numerous exclusive insights from Michael Klim
Great conversations with Bali's best founders & leaders
Notes
While these events are typically exclusive to United Founders members, members are permitted to bring a guest at the member rate
Additionally, we are extending invitations to non-United Founders members, provided that you are a founder/leader of a business
We will not be taking any sales on the door, hence if you would like to attend please do purchase in advance
If you'd like additional drinks or food please simply purchase them directly from Mason
Please note that this event will not be recorded, and we kindly ask attendees to refrain from recording during the event
Finance, Planning & Innovation in Indonesia:
A Fireside Talk with Bambang Brodjonegoro,
Former Finance Minister of Indonesia
Followed by Sunset Drinks & Western BBQ at Sunset Park, Potato Head
Reserve Your Ticket: USD 60-90
For United Founders' first large founder event of 2024, we are honored to welcome Prof. Bambang Brodjonegoro, an esteemed Indonesian economist and former Minister of Finance of Indonesia, for a fireside talk at Potato Head’s Studio Eksotika, followed by sunset drinks & Western BBQ at Potato Head's Sunset Park.Prof. Brodjonegoro began his academic journey after graduating with a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Indonesia, followed by a Masters and PhD in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Upon returning to the University of Indonesia, he then rose to become the Dean of the Faculty of Economics in 2005.Over the next two decades, he devoted his expertise to Indonesia in various governmental roles. Most notably, serving as Minister of Finance from 2014 to 2016 in President Joko Widodo's first cabinet. Where during his tenure, he initiated Indonesia's first Tax Amnesty scheme and designed an improved budget spending approach by allocating the first direct transfer to all 74,000 villages in Indonesia.Subsequently, he served as Minister of National Development Planning (PPN) and Head of the National Development Planning Agency (Bappenas) from 2016 to 2019. Where among his notable achievements was planning and designing the concept of a new capital city for Indonesia, IKN. Later, as Minister of Research and Technology and Head of the National Research and Innovation Agency from 2019 to 2021, he spearheaded the development of the National COVID-19 Vaccine.After his ministerial activities and having setup his own executive offices - many companies and government institutions, due to his expertise in Development Economics & Urban Planning now trust him to sit on the board of commissioners. Companies and institutions such as Bukalapak, Telkom, PLN, Astra International, TBS Energi Utama, Oligo Infrastructure, and Indofood.Hence don't miss this rare opportunity to gain insights into the real workings of Indonesia's Government, as well as Prof. Brodjonegoro's unmatched insights, and vision for Indonesia's future.Following on from the talk we will have dinner & drinks at Potato Head's Sunset Park where you can meet some of Bali's most successful founders & leaders, and where we will have a Western BBQ Live Station, Everyday Weekends's brand new seltzer, Kura Kura beers, Sababay Wine, and a selection of non-alcoholic drinks by Bali Rain & Hiro Drinks.
When & Where
Friday, 5th April from 4pm-7.30pm
Library at Potato Head, Jl. Petitenget No.51B, Seminyak, Bali
Event Rundown
4.00pm - 4.30pm: Arrive, grab a drink and grab your seat!4.30pm - 5.30pm: Fireside chat with Prof. Bambang Brodjonegoro, Former. Finance Minister of Indonesia5.30pm - 7.30pm: Sunset drinks, BBQ & networking at Sunset Park with Bali's most successful founders & leaders7.30pm-Onwards: Potato Head will re-open Sunset Park to the public
What's Included
Pre-Cocktail Canapés & Western BBQ Live Station
Alcoholic drinks from Everyday Weekend, Kura Kura Beer & Sababay Wine
Non-Alcoholic drinks by Bali Rain & Hiro Drinks
Numerous exclusive insights from Prof. Bambang Brodjonegoro
Great conversation with Bali's best founders & leaders
Notes
While these events are typically exclusive to United Founders members, members are permitted to bring a guest at the member rate
Additionally, we are extending invitations to non-United Founders members, provided that you are a founder/leader of a business
We will not be taking any sales on the door, hence if you would like to attend please do purchase in advance
If you'd like additional drinks or food please simply purchase them directly from Potato Head
Please note that this event will not be recorded, and we kindly ask attendees to refrain from recording during the event
Sustainability in Style: A Fireside Chat with
Simon J Pestridge, CXO of Potato Head Group
Reserve Your Ticket : USD40-60
For this month's United Founders event we are fortunate enough to welcome Simon J Pestridge, CXO of Potato Head Group and former senior marketing executive at Nike to join us for a Fireside Chat followed by Drinks & Canapés at Mason.With over 25 years of experience driving complex turnarounds, building brand equity, and innovating consumer engagement models in the sport, hospitality, and renewable energy sectors, Simon is a human leader with a wealth of knowledge and expertise.During the talk some of the topics that we hope to cover include:
Insights and learnings from his time at Nike as a senior executive, and his experiences managing teams and driving cultural change in different regions and industries.
His role at Potato Head Group and the company's commitment to sustainability and supporting local communities, from sourcing seasonal ingredients from regional farmers to promoting emerging talent from around the archipelago through its cultural and musical programming.
Strategies for building strong brands and creating memorable customer experiences that drive long-term business value and returns for shareholders, while staying focused on creating sustainable and purpose-driven organizations.
Plus many more insights & learnings from Simon's 25+ years experience working for brands who do sustainability in style!
Following on from the talk, we will have exclusive access to Mason's Backroom where you can meet fellow United Founders members and where we will serve East Indies Gin inspired classic cocktails, Kura Kura beer, a selection of non-alcoholic drinks by Bali Rain & premium canapés from Mason's Backroom Selection.So whether you're a founder/leader, sustainability enthusiast, or are simply interested in learning more about Simon, Potato Head Group, and their vision for the future - this event is not to be missed!
When & Where
Friday, 19th May from 4pm-7.30pm
Mason Bali, Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong No.39a, Canggu
Event Rundown
4.00pm - 4.30pm: Arrive, grab a drink and grab your seat!4.30pm - 5.30pm: Fireside Chat with Simon J Pestridge, CXO of Potato Head Group
5.30pm - 7.30pm: Drinks, Canapés & Networking with Bali's best founders & leaders.7.30pm-Onwards: Mason will re-open the Backroom to the public.
What's Included
8 x Premium Canapés from Mason's 'The Backroom Selection'
2 x East Indies Gin Inspired Cocktails or Kura Kura Island Ale Beers
A Selection of Non-Alcoholic drinks by Bali Rain
Numerous Insights from Simon & Potato Head
Great conversation with Bali's best Founders & Leaders.
Notes
While these events are usually reserved for United Founders members, we will be extending invitations to non-members as long as you're a founder/leader of a business.
There will only be 50 tickets made available for this event. United Founders members are allowed to purchase one addition ticket for a guest.
We will not be taking any sales on the door, hence if you would like to attend please do purchase in advance.
If you'd like additional drinks or food please simply purchase them directly from Mason.
Fireside Chat, Drinks & Canapés with Gary Bencheghib, Founder of Sungai Watch
Reserve Your Ticket : USD40-60
For this month's United Founders event we are fortunate enough to welcome Gary Bencheghib, Founder of Sungai Watch to join us for a Fireside Chat, Drinks & Canapés at Mason, Canggu.Having grown up in Bali, Gary saw the rapid impact of plastic pollution where every rainy season, Bali would become the island of plastic. So at the age of 14 he decided to do something about it and started cleaning up the beaches.13 years later, Gary Bencheghib and his two siblings are now on a full mission to clean Indonesia’s rivers with Sungai Watch – a team of river warriors working to create solutions to water pollution across the island.Within the first 16 months, the 55 120 strong team has installed 130 180 trash barriers in Bali’s rivers, and diverted over 430,000 700,000 kilos of trash. The siblings and the Sungai Watch team aim to install trash barriers in every river in Indonesia by 2025, and expand their work internationally.During this chat Gary will share more about:
Circle economy business models - How by designing simple trash barriers and operating a collection, sorting and up-cycling system, as well as donations they have created a scalable approach to tackling plastic pollution. Models that other businesses or NGOs can look to adopt into their own organizations.
How Sungai Watch approaches marketing - From riding a trash boat up one of Indonesia’s dirtiest rivers which led to a meeting with President Jokowi, to huge trash art installations, to community outreach & education, etc. Gary will explain how brand owners need to approach marketing in 2023.
His thoughts on where the world really stands on sustainability - Having spoken directly to world leaders, community leaders, business owners & the general public - he will talk more about what is really being done behind closed doors & what still needs to change going forward.
Plus many more insights, learnings & stories from Gary’s experience being at the front line of Indonesia’s trash cleanup revolution!
Following on from the talk, we will have exclusive access to Mason's Backroom where you can meet fellow United Founders members and where we will serve Nusa Cana rum inspired classic cocktails, Kura Kura beer & premium canapés from Mason's Backroom Selection.
When & Where
Friday, 21st October from 4pm-7.30pm
Mason Bali, Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong No.39a, Canggu
Event Rundown
4.00pm - 4.30pm: Arrive, grab a drink and grab your seat!4.30pm - 5.30pm: Fireside Chat with Gary Bencheghib, Founder of Sungai Watch
5.30pm - 7.30pm: Drinks, Canapés & Networking with Bali's best founders & leaders.7.30pm-Onwards: Mason will re-open the Backroom to the public.
What's Included
8 x Premium Canapés from Mason's 'The Backroom Selection'
2 x Nusa Cana Rum Inspired Cocktails or Kura Kura Island Ale Beers
Numerous Insights from Gary Bencheghib
Great conversation with Bali's best Founders & Leaders.
Notes
While these events are usually reserved for United Founders members, we will be extending invitations to non-members as long as you're a founder/leader of a business making US$15k+/month in revenue.
There will only be 50 tickets made available for this event. United Founders members are allowed to purchase one addition ticket for a guest.
We will not be taking any sales on the door, hence if you would like to attend please do purchase in advance. Please note cancellations can't be made 72 hours prior to the event.
If you'd like additional drinks or food please simply purchase them directly from Mason.
Fireside Chat, Drinks & Canapés with Dare Jennings, Founder of Deus Ex Machina & Mambo
Reserve Your Ticket : USD40-60
For this month's United Founders event we are fortunate enough to welcome Dare Jennings, Founder of Deus Ex Machina & Mambo to join us for a Fireside Chat, Drinks & Canapés at Mason, Canggu.Dare's business savvy comes from a wild and intuitive place. A truly maverick entrepreneur, Jennings doesn't know (or care!) if his ideas or business methodologies are right or wrong by conventional standards. He simply knows what he does and has the strength of character to back his own plays.Now in his 70's (and still backing himself), Dare is once again the head of an international counter-culture brand, Deus Ex Machina. Starting as an almost whimsically retro motorbike shop in Sydney's inner west, Deus has now spread throughout four continents with stores in Australia, the U.S., Indonesia and Italy.Aside from the incredible fact of an Australian selling Italian style motorbikes to Italians, Dare has once again leveraged the cultural history of surfing, combined with the ideals of the road warrior to create an enduring and engaging lifestyle clothing brand that speaks to the heart of our desire for freedom.During this chat Dare will share more about:
How to lead a brand revolution - You may remember a time before surfwear was big business. If you do, then you'll remember the brand that started it all. Mambo - iconic, brash, bold and colourful. It proved that surfwear could be more than just boardshorts and singlets and in doing so created an entire industry of fashion clothing. And now Dare Jennings, the man who started it all, has done it again with Deus Ex Machina, a rapidly expanding global motorcycle and surf brand. If you're in the business of disruptive change, this is the perspective you need.
How to lead a global business - What happens when you start a humble clothing line and wind up an icon of Australian counter-culture? Or when you decide to build retro motorbikes and discover that Italy has a deep and abiding passion for your product? The answer is simple: go global. Leveraging his insight into Australian culture, Dare Jennings has created two uniquely iconic Australian exports without resorting to cultural cliches.
How to lead culture from the front lines - When you visit Dare Jennings, you're not ushered into a sterile office to talk with a disconnected CEO. Instead you're transported into a world that feels a little like a Steve McQueen movie; this is the showroom floor at Deus Ex Machina. Dare isn't a disconnected leader - he's on the frontlines of the culture war. The one where your brand goes global? or disappears forever. Dare knows his customers, knows who they are and who they perceive themselves to be. He has fine-tuned the atmosphere to appeal to the deep-rooted desires of the male psyche, and is well aware of the contention his products cause in many men's better halves!
Plus many more insights, learnings & stories from Dare's experience being at the centre of business, culture & art for the last 40+ years!
Following on from the talk, we will have exclusive access to Mason's Backroom where you can meet fellow United Founders members and where we will serve Nusa Cana rum inspired classic cocktails, Kura Kura beer & premium canapés from Mason's Backroom Selection.
When & Where
Friday, 19th August from 4pm-7.30pm
Mason Bali, Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong No.39a, Canggu
Event Rundown
4.00pm - 4.30pm: Arrive, grab a drink and grab your seat!4.30pm - 5.30pm: Fireside Chat with Dare Jennings, Founder of Deus Ex Machina & Mambo
5.30pm - 7.30pm: Drinks, Canapés & Networking with Bali's best founders & leaders.7.30pm-Onwards: Mason will re-open the Backroom to the public.
What's Included
8 x Premium Canapés from Mason's 'The Backroom Selection'
2 x Nusa Cana Rum Inspired Cocktails or Kura Kura Island Ale Beers
Numerous Insights from Dare Jennings
Great conversation with Bali's best Founders & Leaders.
Notes
While these events are usually reserved for United Founders members, given the special nature of the event, we will be extending invitations to non-members as long as you're a founder/leader of a business making US$15k+/month in revenue.
There will only be 50 tickets made available for this event. United Founders members are allowed to purchase one addition ticket for a guest.
We will not be taking any sales on the door, hence if you would like to attend please do purchase in advance. Please note cancellations can't be made 72 hours prior to the event.
If you'd like additional drinks or food please simply purchase them directly from Mason.