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Finns Bali has been a global influencer in the hospitality industry for over a decade. Finns Bali has hosted the likes of Diplo, Hayden James, Claptone, The Wombats, Khalid, Camelphat, Fisher and more, in events gathering up to 10,000 adoring fans.

Founded in 2009 by Australian Tony Smith and Bali-Local Ketut Subina, Finns Bali is the owner and operator of 16 renowned lifestyle brands— including Finns Beach Club, a top tourist destination for more than one million guests annually—employing more than 1,000 local employees in Canggu. The epicentre of healthy living, upmarket cafes, surfing, world-famous beach clubs and high-end retail, Canggu seamlessly blends the latest trends with rich Southeast Asian culture. Having forged several notable partnerships, including Citibank, National University of Singapore, and Kids in Bali, Finns Bali is an industry leader in Indonesia.

“For more than 10 years, Finns Bali has been working within our community, supporting Bali’s growth into one of the world’s top hubs for tourists, expats, and digital nomads,” Bali Tourism Board chairman I.B. Agung Partha Adnyana said. “We look forward to continuing our partnership with the Finns brand, particularly as the launch of Finns Lifestyle Village coincides with the Minister of Tourism’s recent announcement of plans to grant five-year visas to digital nomads hoping to relocate to Bali.”

Media enquiries can be directed to Finns Bali’s main PR.

Executive team

The Finns Executive Team has been involved in the creation, management or operation of over 50 hotels, recreation clubs, villas and beach clubs. The group is focused on creating experiences for those who live and travel to Bali, whether you stay or play with us.

We create timeless memories by sharing our passion for what we do, our love of Bali and the kindness with which we treat our guests, our community and each other.

Tony Smith

Tony Smith has over 30 years of tourism, travel and hospitality experience including founding world-renowned businesses “Finns Beach Club”, “Semara Resorts’, “BreakFree Resorts and Holidays” and “Schoolies.com”.

Tony has a proven track record of leading projects from conception, to highly profitable and sustainable business operations. His business acumen has led him to become one of Australia’s most known hospitality sector entrepreneurs.

Richard Manser

Richard is an Australian, Curtin (W.A.I.T.) Bachelor of Architecture graduate.
Richard has over 25 years of experience working both locally in Indonesia and internationally with projects ranging from Mykonos to Sri Lanka.

As a cofounder of Penjor Bali Mandiri, he has undertaken projects for the likes of the Four Seasons, Jumeirah, Mandarin Oriental, Wyndham and more.

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Beau Whittington

Beau Whittington is the Chief Strategy Officer at Finns Bali with a track record in project management, design, marketing, operations and financial management of beach clubs, restaurants/clubs, resorts, recreational facilities and logistics.

Beau specialises in facilitating rapid growth from the early stages of businesses to established brands through the implementation of branding and marketing strategies in line with key systems, policies and procedures ensuring sustainability and success.

Sally Bateman

Sally Bateman is the main media contact for Finns Lifestyle Village. She has over 20 years of experience in PR, marketing, sales and tourism throughout multiple industries commencing with BreakFree Holidays Australia in the year 2000.

Sally relocated from Australia to Bali in 2012 and has been a pivotal part of the growth and success of Finns Bali (formerly Semara Collection).