INDONESIA
BALI
Learn. STRive. Thrive!
8 + 9TH SEPTEMBER 2027
Speaker Expression Of Interest
If you’re interested in presenting at our 2027 Strive to Thrive Conference in Australia on 10-11 March, 16-17 March in New Zealand, and Indonesia on September 8-9, please click the form below.
We would like to hear your suggestions for topics or areas of interest which we could include on the 2027 programme. We cannot guarantee that we will include every topic suggested.
Join us for One Unforgettable Day!
Join us for STRive to Thrive’s first-ever event in Bali, Indonesia – the most anticipated gathering for short-term rental proprietors, owners, and managers. This special one-day edition will take place on 8-9th September 2027 in the heart of Bali.
Experience an extraordinary day dedicated to inspiring, educating, and elevating your short-term rental business. STRive to Thrive is more than a conference – it’s a dynamic, high-energy event that blends industry insights, innovation, and meaningful connections, all in one unforgettable day.
Beyond the sessions, it’s the perfect opportunity to network with fellow professionals, build lasting relationships, and celebrate the growth of the industry. As the day comes to a close, enjoy our celebratory dinner and afterparty featuring gourmet dining, lively entertainment, and valuable networking opportunities.
Learn about industry trends, marketing strategies, guest experience, property management, and technology advancements. Learn how to scale and THRIVE!
Connect with professionals, build meaningful relationships, exchange ideas, and collaborate to enhance your business and achieve goals.
Gain knowledge from influential STR industry figures, engaging with pioneers to stay ahead through innovative insights and strategies.
Kick back and relax with a sumptuous food, refreshing drinks, and an exhilarating afterparty after the main event that keeps the networking going late into the night.
STRive to Thrive – Bali, Indonesia : Unlock the Future of STR
We are excited to present a carefully curated lineup of industry leaders who will share their expertise and insights throughout this one-day event. Our sessions will cover key topics including market trends, marketing strategies, guest experience, legal considerations, property management, and the latest technological advancements – each designed to equip you with practical, actionable strategies for your STR business.
Beyond the sessions, STRive to Thrive offers plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow STR professionals, build meaningful relationships, and celebrate the industry’s growth. To cap off the day, join us for a gala dinner and afterparty – an ideal setting for networking, unwinding, and celebrating together.
STRive to Thrive isn’t just an event; it’s a defining moment in your STR journey – filled with learning, collaboration, and joyful celebration. Mark your calendars and get ready for an inspiring one-day experience that will elevate your business and energise your vision.
Highlights of the event include:
Join us for THE MAIN EVENT, THE VIP MASTERCLASS DAY, OR BOTH! Read more 👇
Day 1: VIP ACTION MASTERCLASS DAY (MARCH 8th, 2027)
Kick off STRIVE with an intensive, high-energy day designed for operators who want to roll up their sleeves and build. The Masterclass is built around practical, results-driven learning—moving away from traditional lectures into interactive, small-group execution.
What to Expect:
Day 2: MAIN EVENT, SESSIONS, DINNER AND DRINKS (MARCH 9th, 2027)
Experience a full day packed with expert sessions covering every facet of the STR industry – from trends and guest experience to legal compliance and tech innovation. The Main Event is your opportunity to learn from industry leaders, connect with peers, and gather insights that can elevate your business.
And when the evening arrives, it’s time to switch gears and celebrate. Enjoy a beautiful dinner followed by an exciting afterparty – perfect for networking, relaxing, and having fun.
What to Expect:
Engaging Sessions: Industry trends, marketing strategies, guest experience, and more!
Expert Speakers: Influential figures in the STR industry.
Meet sponsors: Leading tech companies and suppliers in the STR industry
Networking: Meet fellow hosts from all over New Zealand and beyond, from big to small.
Lunch: Savor a deliciously light lunch crafted by the culinary team of Sudima.
Coffees, Afternoon Tea: Stay fueled and engaged.
Celebration Dinner and Afterparty: Indulge in a delightful dinner, refreshments, and entertainment.
9:30am – late
*Topics subject to change*
Book both days – or pick the one that suits you best. You choose!
STRIVE to Thrive is not just an event; it’s a milestone on your journey in the STR industry, a moment of learning, collaboration, and celebration that you’ll cherish forever. So gear up, buckle in, and get ready for an unforgettable ride!
Get ready for an electrifying one-day experience! Click the tab below to explore session times, topics, and speakers. Dive into powerful insights, game-changing strategies, and cutting-edge tools designed to elevate your success in the STR industry. Connect, learn, and be inspired in an action-packed atmosphere buzzing with innovation and opportunity!
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Owner - Director, TKT Hospitality
Hospitality entrepreneur building businesses across Bali, Lombok and Jakarta, spanning property management, cleaning, maintenance, development consulting, and boutique resorts.
CEO & Co-Founder, Villa Finder
Daniel Rouquette is the CEO and Co-Founder of Villa Finder, Asia’s leading curator of villa experiences. A data-driven leader and strong advocate for responsible tourism, he blends high-touch service with smart technology to elevate both guest and team experiences. Under his guidance, Villa Finder has expanded across Asia and achieved B Corp certification, reflecting his commitment to sustainability and quality.
Senior Solutions Consultant - APAC, PriceLabs
Deepanshu is a Senior Solutions Consultant - APAC at PriceLabs and a seasoned professional in the short-term rental industry. With extensive experience across Sales and Customer Success, he plays a key role in expanding PriceLabs’ presence throughout the region. Known as the go-to expert for APAC, Deepanshu supports operators through strategic demos, market insights, and educational webinars, helping them use dynamic pricing and data-driven tools to optimise revenue and performance.
Founder & CEO, Puri Asia
Agung Juliarta is the Founder & CEO of Puri Asia, a Bali-based luxury villa agency with a portfolio of 1,600+ villas across Indonesia, Thailand, and Sri Lanka. With 16+ years of experience in hospitality, he has scaled Puri Asia from its international roots into a balanced B2C and B2B business, with Indonesia now representing 65% of the company’s revenue. Agung also serves as Founder & Vice Chairman of BVRMA, where he champions industry development, international collaboration, and cross-border partnerships. Alongside his professional leadership, Agung is currently pursuing a Doctoral degree, focusing his research on Short-Term Villa Rentals (STR), particularly the development, governance, and sustainability of villa rentals in Bali. His academic work explores how Bali’s growing short-term rental sector can create stronger economic value for local communities while supporting responsible and sustainable tourism development.
Managing Director, APAC at Guesty and Chair of the Board of Directors at ASTRA
Yoav Tourel is a seasoned executive with a strong track record in scaling global tech companies. Currently leading Guesty APAC and serving as the Chair of the Board of Directors at ASTRA, he leverages over 25 years of experience in customer success, business development, sales, and marketing. Yoav excels in fostering growth and driving success in competitive markets.
President & Director, Premier Hospitality Asia
Caroline, President & Director of Premier Hospitality Asia is a strategic, results‐driven professional with a distinguished track record in project and property development, management, marketing, and consultancy. Born and raised in Jakarta, she studied across parts of the East and West Coasts of the United States, and graduated from the University of Sydney in 2004 with a Double Degree in Political Economy and Management.
Director, Webb Marketing Services Ltd
Craig Webb spent 30 years running hotels before founding Webb Marketing. He now helps hospitality businesses reduce OTA commission and grow direct bookings through digital marketing that actually works.
Head of Operations, Sales & Business Development, Canstay
Sarah Clark is the Chief of Sales & Operations at Canstay, with 7+ years in the STR sector and a 2025 ASTRA Award. A proven leader in growth, operations, and process optimisation, she has overseen 350+ property onboardings and elevated service standards across Canberra, Perth, and Regional NSW. Known for her resilience, strategic focus, and operational excellence, Sarah drives consistency, quality, and trust across the entire organisation.
Co-Founder, Chairperson, Seven Stones Indonesia, Bali Tourism & Investment Chamber
Co-owner and Director of Seven Stones Indonesia, a fresh energis consultancy company doing market entry services for foreign investors, legal advice, sourcing of investments and in particular hospitality and real estate investments. Our journey begun with in real estate and tourism but is now offering a larger spectre of services towards international and domestic investors in Indonesia. We build "bridges" between various cultural, political and business challenges. We have a specific soft spot for eco friendly and socially sustainable projects and investments. Personal strength in our business is relevant law and regulations for expat investors, tourism trends, macro economics, Indonesian government and regulations. My personal interests is in sport, adventure, history and personal development including spiritual. Partners in growth.
Founder, Nakula
I am the Founder of Nakula Hospitality Management specialises in full service villas & small resorts management with portfolio of 30 properties around Bali. We work in Performance-based System where our fee are closely tied to the performance of our clients’ investment in terms of Gross Operating Profit to ensure an optimal return on our client’s investments. For more information do check our site at www.nakula.com We also manages Hub Bali Coworking Space which has 2 outlets, in Legian and Nusa Dua. Hub Bali Web: www.hubbali.co
COO, Villa Finder
Cecilia Saputri is COO of Villa Finder, having built it from the ground up into a leading villa rental platform across Asia. She believes people are every organization's greatest strength, and thrives on coaching leaders and growing talent.
General Manager, Boutique Villas Bali
Boutique Villas Bali believes hospitality should be personal and the details are what matter. Every villa is owned, marketed and managed in-house, each with its own character, fully staffed. Distinctive homes for unforgettable escapes, wherever possible giving back to the community and island we call home.
Country Manager, SiteMinder
Fifin Prapmasari is an accomplished hospitality and travel technology professional with over 15 years of experience in hotel sales, account management, and market leadership. Currently, she serves as Country Manager for SiteMinder Indonesia, where she leads the national sales team. Based in Bali, Fifin drives business growth, optimizes performance, and spearheads strategic initiatives, including major industry events and partnerships, to strengthen SiteMinder’s presence in Indonesia’s fast-evolving hospitality landscape. She oversees sales forecasts, pipeline management, and performance analytics for the region. Prior to SiteMinder, Fifin spent over a decade with Booking.com, holding pivotal roles like Market Team Manager. During this time, she was key in expanding market share in Bali, managing crucial hotel partnerships, and mentoring teams. Fifin's deep understanding of hotel operations, combined with her passion for technology, enables her to champion data-driven solutions that empower Indonesian hoteliers to reach their full commercial potential.
COO, 5 Star Bali Villa
With over 14 years of experience in the vibrant tourism industry, Enny Nurhayati brings a wealth of expertise and passion to ensuring 5 Star Bali Villa delivers nothing short of extraordinary, tailor-made services. Thriving on staying busy and embracing new challenges, Enny balances her professional drive with a love for yoga, exhilarating outdoor cycling adventures, and cherished moments with her family.
Founder & CEO, INI VIE Hospitality, Wonderspace, and Svaha Wellness
Anak Agung Gede Dwi Permadi (Agung Dwi) is the Founder and CEO of INI VIE Hospitality, DP+ Concept, and The Wonderspace. He believes exceptional hospitality begins with thoughtful design, meaningful experiences, and genuine human connections.
Director of Sales Marketing, Bali Super Host
Lena Xiao is the Director of Sales Marketing of Bali Super Host. She's a result-driven professional with a career distinguished by consistent performance and dedication in hospitality and consumer goods sector. Highly-motivated, adaptable, agile, and a team-player extrovert, Lena is equipped with a proven track of channel sales and client service with a diverse background.
Co-Founder, Trellis
Jan Sahagun is the Co-Founder of Trellis, where he is helping redefine how technology supports the short-term rental industry. With a background as a competitive hockey player, he brought an athlete's mindset into sales, closing more than $2 million in STR technology across four continents in under two years. Fluent in five languages and having lived extensively in short-term rentals around the world, Jan has experienced the industry as a guest, vendor, and trusted partner to hundreds of operators.
At Trellis, Jan is focused on building AI-powered software that adapts to the way property managers operate, giving them more time to deliver exceptional guest experiences and bring hospitality back to the heart of hosting.CEO, OwnerRez
Paul is the CEO of OwnerRez, a leading software platform for vacation rentals, and has spent the last 15 years pushing for higher standards within the industry. He is routinely interviewed about his business principles, software standards, and the way to build a product and team that stand the test of time.
APAC Sales Representative, Escapia Software
With 20 years in real estate, I’ve navigated property management, sales, and tech. I’m passionate about empowering customers in the short-term rental space with tailored software solutions. I believe the right tools can elevate businesses and enhance guest experiences. Let's connect and transform your rental journey!
Founder & CEO, Extenteam
Ari got into the STR space in 2009 as a property manager. In 2021 he founded Extenteam, which provides staffing and software solutions to STR operators globally. The company serves 200+ businesses with 400+ team members. Ari has spoken at VRMA conferences and served on HomeAway Software's Advisory Board.
General Manager, Welcome Ready
Melanie Harding is a dynamic business leader with a proven track record in consultative strategy, change management, business systematisation, project management, brand development, and business growth. Starting as a Co-founder of Welcome Ready in 2019, she was fundamental in growing this business from 10 properties to $10M+ in GBV through to acquisition in 2024.
Owner, VE Tourism
Meet Paul, a tourism enthusiast with over 30 years in the industry including senior roles at Visit Victoria. He now runs his own tourism consultancy, VE Tourism helping organisations with touristy stuff and is a repeat speaker at various tourism events (including a memorable stint as a singing MC). Paul is never short on inspiring ideas and dad jokes.
*Speakers & topics are subject to change*
Lighten the mood and get ready for some laughs with Muzakki, bringing humour, energy, and a fresh perspective to the STRIVE 2026 experience. It’s the perfect way to relax, connect, and enjoy a fun-filled moment during the event.
Nebula Pratomo Oktorino (professionally known as DJ Nebs) is a prominent Indonesian tech-house DJ, music producer, and nightlife entrepreneur based in Bali. Celebrated for his high-energy, “sassy” performance style, he masterfully blends groovy, heavy-hitting basslines with old-school rave nuances to command dance floors from sunset to sunrise.
Known for turning a great night into an unforgettable one, DJ Nebs brings the energy, attitude and groove to STRIVE Indonesia, taking the crowd from conversation to celebration and keeping the dance floor moving long after the sessions have wrapped.
Address:
Jl. Sunset Road, Kerobokan Kelod, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Phone:
+62 361 8981234
Email:
reservation.bali@thetranshotel.com
