Who We Are
The Bali Restaurant and Cafe Association (BRCA) is a newly formed association that invites Bali’s restaurateurs to work together promoting Bali as a world-class culinary destination by raising the bar of our operational standards and sustainability management in the industry and becoming a unified, influential voice of the culinary industry in Bali. Together, we can make a difference in Bali’s culinary scene and become an influential voice for Bali restaurants and cafés to the world.
What We Offer
As a member of the BRCA, you will have access to all of our events and activities, including the BRCA’s free of charge sustainability platform. Your Restaurant / Cafe will be actively promoted on all BRCA platforms including website, social media channels (Instagram, Facebook, and Tiktok), as well as through active public relations. You will also have access to BRCA’s free of charge sustainability platform where our sustainability partners can share the latest information and special discount on sustainable practices and services available in Bali for you to raise the bar of your F&B business.
MEET OUR TEAM
Chris Salans
Founder
After 27 years of living in Bali and putting Bali on the map of culinary destinations i feel that it is our responsibility to give back to Bali and ensure its sustainable future
Dean Keddell
Founder
With nearly 40 years’ experience in the Hospitality Industry, Dean Keddell is a leading hospitality professional with extensive experience in both 5-star hotels and independent restaurants; Dean is also a philanthropist and the award-winning author of Our Bali Your Bali – Bali Kita Bali Kamu.
Anthony Syrowatka
Founder
Anthony’s entrepreneurial journey within Bali’s hospitality industry since 2005 with the Viceroy Bali hotel and several restaurants has been marked by a commitment to unique luxury experiences, service excellence, sustainability and supporting the local community.
Kertawidyawati
President
Certified wine educator and connoisseur with the role as President of BRCA focuses on collaboration between the boards, members and stockholder to lead the opportunity on sustainability in the food and beverage industry.
Jeroen van Overbeek
Vice President
Jeroen is an Ex-Corporate Executive turned Social Entrepreneur. His career spans over 30 years and his passion lies in improving the livelihoods of underprivileged people with access to safe and affordable technologies/tools which are enhancing their everyday life in the areas of water filtration and regenerative agriculture with a positive impact on the environment.
Jeroen is fervent supporter of gender equality and mentors young entrepreneurs, empowering them to achieve their grandness.
He currently runs / co-runs 3 start-ups and recently joined BRCA Board to support the execution of the strategy of the Association.
Weni Ariasty
Treasurer
Weni’s career in the media industry has spanned more than 15 years through her role as Manager of NOW! Bali Magazine. In that time, she has worked intimately with the tourism and hospitality industries, developing a keen understanding of their needs and growth. She hopes to contribute to its future success through her efforts with BRCA.
Heru Dwi Soesilo
Events, Branding & Marketing
With extensive Business Development experience in the Food and Beverage industry, specializing in marketing and branding strategies. Actively engaged in supporting the Bali Restaurant and Cafe Association, leveraging expertise to foster growth and development within the culinary sector.
Raphael Maingot
Sustainability
Entrepreneur – Consultant / Auditor for sustainable development – F&B and Hospitality Industry
Cynthia Louise
People Health Wellbeing
BRCA Board for Health & Wellness in the work place providing employers a road map & education on a operational level when it comes to the importance of investing in employees health without compromising on food culture.
Maria Efflin
Admin
Administrator of The Bali Restaurant and Café Association
