our Board

Nicole is a wife and mother of 3 children who has been visiting Bali on a regular basis for the past 15 years. Nicole has a wealth of experience in fundraising and event organizing and has bought her specialized skills to BCF with fervent passion and dedication. Nicole believes every child deserves an education and works tirelessly heading up the organisation of Melbourne Bright Futures luncheons attracting hundreds of generous philanthropists each year.

Leigh has worked in the advertising industry for over 30 years and, as a frequent traveller to Bali, she and her family formed a relationship with one of the children’s homes there. She is passionately aligned with the philosophy of Bali Children Foundation in providing education to break the cycle and happily supports them with fundraising and events.

Angus is an Operations Manager at Westpac Group and has been a proud supporter of Bali Children Foundation since 2019. His continued involvement with the Bali Hope Ultra has allowed him to see the incredible impact of BCF’s projects firsthand. Angus is a strong believer in BCF’s approach to providing high quality education and pathways to employment.

Before moving to Bali in 2012, Jesse was based on the Sunshine Coast, Australia where he was very active in local charitable causes such as completing 22km ocean swims to raise money for local schools for the disabled.

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Kristen is an Australian lawyer and university lecturer, who owns a successful legal and business consultancy. She is passionate about education and the influence it can have on changing the lives of individuals and their communities. Kristen has been lived in Asia for 15 years with her three young boys; educating them in the diversity of cultures that sit on Australia’s doorstep.

Dagmar worked for the Spotless group for 33 years as Group General Manager Corporate Relations, in this role she was responsible for all Corporate Hospitality and sponsorships, many of which were major events.

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Ashlea is a Victorian Primary School teacher who is passionate about children’s education.

Paul obtained his first Budget franchise in 1986 and now represents the largest franchise holder within the Budget System in Australia. He is currently Chairman of the Budget Licensee council.

On the Board of several NFP organisations, Paul was Chair of Life Education Victoria for over ten years. He is on the Board of Directors for the Order of Australia Association and Box Hill Hawks Football Club. Paul is also involved with his local church and Rotary.

He is a valued and committed board member of Bali Children Foundation, traveling frequently to Bali to assist with projects.

After many years as a senior business leader, Angela believes that education and learning is the lifelong process of acquiring vital skills and tools to build a sustainable, successful and prosperous life.

In 2016, Angela began a new position with Wheelton Philanthropy. With a desire to educate the broader community about the possibilities and opportunities in all areas of Philanthropy, Wheelton Philanthropy looks at key trends around the Globe and seeks to spread the message of positive and engaged Philanthropy for families and the broader community.

Angela is very proud to support Bali Children Foundation – an organisation that values education and learning.

Lindsay is founder and owner of Chatsworth Constructions, Roof Distributors and Majon Kitchens. Lindsay has dedicated over 30 years of his life to children’s water-skiing education and training and is also the founder of the Lake Cooper Training School of Water-skiing. He has raised over $500,000 single-handedly with Variety over the past 7 years through fund raising with his bash car. The Bash is a car rally touring throughout Outback Australia to raise money for the underprivileged children through Variety Club. Lindsay is also a Board member of Life Education Victoria, educating children on drug awareness, alcoholism and obesity. Lindsay’s vision is to pro-actively change the lives of underprivileged children and their families.

Margaret Barry is the inspirational founder and leader of the Bali Children Foundation. Based in Bali since 1990, Margaret owned and managed a highly successful fashion, gifts and homeware business, MAGG Bali.

Margaret has considerable experience in vocational and educational projects throughout Bali, and it was her work in these fields which led to the establishment of the Bali Children Foundation.

Since 2002 that work has grown to cover a wide range of educational opportunities for children of remote areas in Bali and nearby islands.

Mike Founded and was Managing Director of Visual Entertainment Group for twenty years. VEG was the largest independent producer and distributor of videos and DVDs to Australia’s major retail outlets. The company held a record licensee agreement with the Australian Football League for this period. Other notable licenses were Australian Rugby League, Cricket Australia, Australian Olympic Committee, US TV series Danielle Steele and Crime Scene: CSI.

During the 80's Mike was responsible for helping raise $100,000 for Variety Club Victoria through 'What's on Video", a magazine he was director of.

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Brayden is an Account Executive at the Bank of Melbourne and has been assisting BCF Australia since moving to Melbourne in 2016. Brayden joins the board as treasurer and is passionate about spreading awareness of underprivileged children and the enormous impact education can have on their life, particularly at a young age. Brayden holds a Bachelor of Commerce with experience in banking & finance, transport and e-Commerce industries.

Paul obtained his first Budget franchise in 1986 and now represents the largest franchise holder within the Budget System in Australia. He is currently Chairman of the Budget Licensee council.

On the Board of several NFP organisations, Paul was Chair of Life Education Victoria for over ten years. He is on the Board of Directors for the Order of Australia Association and Box Hill Hawks Football Club. Paul is also involved with his local church and Rotary.

He is a valued and committed board member of Bali Children Foundation, traveling frequently to Bali to assist with projects.