our Board

MANAGEMENT BOARD

Featured

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.

Margaret Barry OAM DSJ - Founder

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.

Lindsay Beer OAM

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.

Clinton Daley

Clinton Daley is CEO of New Litho Group (NLG), a proud fourth-generation family company encompassing NEO, Eastern Press and Valiant Press, with factories in Melbourne and Sydney servicing the Eastern Seaboard. He holds a B.Mus from the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music and an MBA from Melbourne Business School.

His involvement with BCF began during a pilot Year 12 "schoolies" program, donating funds and instruments to the Foundation. He went on to establish the old boys orchestra at Camberwell Grammar to fundraise for BCF, and through NLG also supports Life Education Victoria, Hands On Learning and Koala Kids.

Clinton believes a child armed with a great education and a community that believes in them can achieve anything- the exact work BCF does. Though an Australian citizen, he is proud of his Indonesian heritage through his mother, and travels frequently to Indonesia to visit his family.

Titonius Karto

Titonius is an entrepreneur and philanthropist whose work is grounded in culture, community, and sincere human connection. Holding both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree from the United States, he brings an international perspective to the diverse industries in which he works across Southeast Asia.

His professional journey spans the food and beverage sector, garment manufacturing, creative development, and international trade. In his work, Titonius focuses on building thoughtful partnerships, supporting collaboration across countries, and nurturing opportunities that allow people and businesses to grow together. He also serves as a director at a Singapore-based trading company, helping to build relationships between Asia and Europe that emphasise trust, respect, and shared purpose.

Australian board

Featured

Paul Wheelton AM KSJ - Chairman

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.

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

Lindsay Beer OAM

Amy Dillon

Amy Dillon is a wife and proud mother of three, recently stepping into the role of Philanthropy Director for the Wheelton Group. She is deeply passionate about education and committed to advancing equal rights for women, carrying these values into both her professional and personal life.

Brayden Smith - Treasurer

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.

USA board

Featured

May 4, 2026

Paul Wheelton AM KSJ - Chairman

May 4, 2026

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.

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

May 4, 2026

May 3, 2026

Margaret Barry OAM DSJ - Founder

May 3, 2026

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.

May 3, 2026

April 1, 2026

Titonius Karto - Philanthropy

April 1, 2026

April 1, 2026

February 23, 2021

Daniel A. Bowman - Legal & Finance

February 23, 2021

Daniel A. Bowman is an American corporate lawyer who has resided in Indonesia and worked on diverse business projects for more than 30 years. Dan was a long-time member of the Board of Managers of AMINEF (the Fulbright scholarship program in Indonesia) and serves as an applicant referee, was a Board Member of the Jakarta International School, founded the AIDs Awareness and Education Program, formed and advised the LPMAK, the largest charity in Indonesia, currently advises several charitable Yayasans in Indonesia, and volunteers legal and financial expertise to numerous charitable causes throughout Indonesia. Dan also works for environmental improvement through private market mechanisms. Dan is a believer in the power of noble intentions and good organization to overcome complacency and effect change.

February 23, 2021

YAYASAN VEDA DHARMA NUSANTARa

Featured

Titonius Karto - Chairman

Ngurah Justia Dharmadyawan R. - Ketua Pembina

Ngurah Justia Dharmadyawan R., S.H., M.Kn. is a legal and notarial professional based in Bali.

Evy Gozali - Sekretaris Pengurus

Lucienne Kristi Anhar - Bendahara Pengurus

Lucienne Anhar is co-owner and managing director of Tugu Hotels & Restaurants, Indonesia (www.tuguhotels.com). Lucienne was born and raised in Malang, East Java, before attending University of Denver in the United States and Ecole Hoteliere de Lausanne in Switzerland. Having worked in 5-star hotels in Europe and the Caribbean, she then became a senior associate at HVS in New York before returning to grow her family business, the Tugu Hotels & Restaurants Group in Indonesia, which grew from 1 hotel to 5 luxury hotels, 13 restaurants & cafes, & a coffee plantation.

I Kadek Oka Putra - Ketua Pengawas

ADVISORY BOARD

Featured

Clinton Daley - Chairman

Nicole Porritt

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 O’Neill

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.

Maria Callista

Mike Dolbey

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.

Brad Blackbeard

Brad Blackbeard is a senior executive with extensive experience in operations, retail, and global program delivery across the apparel and consumer sectors. He has a strong track record of driving growth, leading large-scale transformation, and delivering results across complex, multi-site environments.

David Jones

David Jones is a senior commercial property lawyer with global law firm Baker McKenzie, where he specialises in real estate, hotel and commercial property law. Throughout his distinguished legal career, David has combined professional excellence with a strong commitment to community service.

A long-term supporter of Bali Children Foundation, David has played a significant role in fundraising through the Bali Hope Ultra, completing multiple ultramarathons while inspiring fellow runners, sponsors and supporters to help transform the lives of disadvantaged children through education. He is also a valued supporter of BCF fundraising events and an enthusiastic advocate for the Foundation's Education to Employment mission.

David's dedication, generosity and leadership continue to make a meaningful contribution to creating brighter futures for children and young people across Indonesia.

Polly Purser

Polly Purser is Senior Director of Heritage and Brand Management at John Hardy, the internationally renowned luxury jewellery brand founded in Bali. With more than two decades at John Hardy, she has helped shape and preserve the brand's global reputation while celebrating Balinese craftsmanship, sustainability and cultural heritage.

A lifelong advocate for Bali and its communities, Polly has been a longstanding supporter of Bali Children Foundation, helping strengthen partnerships that create education and employment opportunities for disadvantaged young people.

As a member of the Bali Children Foundation Advisory Board, Polly brings extensive experience in brand leadership, strategic partnerships and community engagement, together with a deep commitment to empowering the next generation through education.

Angus Tinworth

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.

Jesse Kirley

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.

Kristen Edmonds

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 O'Brien

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.

our Board

MANAGEMENT BOARD

Australian board

USA board

YAYASAN VEDA DHARMA NUSANTARa

ADVISORY BOARD

Social Media

INDONESIAN BANK ACCOUNT

AUSTRALIAN BANK ACCOUNT

USA BANK ACCOUNT