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Our Story
Our story begins in the mountains of Bali, where the Sudana family has cultivated coffee since 1985, and Ayu Sudana came into the world. Demonstrating leadership and business insight early on, Ayu immersed herself in the day-to-day operations of family plantations, gaining wisdom from farmers and workers, and cultivating a deep commitment to environmental conservation.
Later on in life, while navigating the globe and fostering meaningful connections, Ayu gained valuable experience in the field of real estate. By chance or serendipity, she met her life partner Matt Jay, who possesses a decade of seasoned expertise in property development in the UK and Dubai.
After more than 16 years abroad, Ayu came back to Bali with robust expertise in real estate and property development, adding to her intimate understanding of the Balinese market. Ayu felt a natural calling to share her love for the island with the world. The birth of Tranquility Bali, marked by the flagship project, The Sanctuary, signals the beginning of several outstanding ventures in Bali investment properties.
Our People
Introducing Ayu Sudana, the visionary force behind Tranquility Bali. With a specialisation in real estate and a strong focus on sustainability, she seamlessly integrates her Balinese heritage, extensive global connections, and years of industry acumen.
During her impressive 16-year tenure as a Mobility Service Manager at Writer Relocations, Ayu played a pivotal role in the exponential growth of the company. Specialising in curating bespoke relocation solutions for high-net-worth individuals, she served renowned clients like Microsoft, SBM, Pepsi, and more. Ayu’s expertise extends to personal relocations, collaborating directly with CEOs.
She then expanded her business skills and gained additional real estate experience through the acquisition and sale of off-plan properties in the UK, as well as dealing with commercial and residential properties in Dubai and Egypt.
Beyond her real estate acumen, Ayu, with 100% Balinese roots, leads Bali Beans, an international coffee brand with a sustainable focus. At Tranquility, Ayu invites you to embark on a journey where property services meet cultural finesse, ensuring every move is not just a change of place but an artful transition into Tranquility.
With her Balinese heritage, extensive property development experience, entrepreneurial history, and robust real estate connections, Ayu is the ideal guide for your journey into investing in Bali properties.
Matthew Jay is a distinguished international property developer, investor and entrepreneur with a career spanning more than two decades across the UK, Middle East, Africa and Asia. He has lived and worked in Dubai for a significant portion of his career, building deep expertise in cross border investment and development.
He has held Director level positions with two of the world’s most respected property consultancies, CBRE and Cushman & Wakefield, where he advised on landmark projects in global gateway cities and managed portfolios for leading international clients.
Demonstrating his entrepreneurial vision, Matthew went on to establish Alliance Investments as Managing Partner, growing it into a multinational property company with offices in key markets worldwide. In this role, he specialised in connecting agents and private investors with opportunities in the UK property market, building trusted partnerships and guiding clients through complex cross border investments. Under his leadership, the platform became recognised for delivering high value opportunities and forging long term relationships between developers and investors across multiple continents.
At Tranquility Bali, Matthew draws on this extensive international expertise to create communities that redefine luxury living on the island. Alongside overseeing project delivery and investment strategy, he also manages relationships with both agents and investors, ensuring every development is supported by strong partnerships and aligned interests. His approach integrates modern design, sustainability and cultural authenticity to deliver exceptional outcomes for residents and investors alike. He is committed to setting new benchmarks in the Balinese property market, positioning Tranquility Bali as a brand of lasting global significance.
Matthew is a longstanding Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS), bringing with him the highest levels of professionalism and governance. He holds a BSc (Hons) Degree in Planning and Property Development from a British university, providing him with a strong academic foundation in Real Estate.
Michael Leighton is the founder and owner of the API Global group of companies. API Global is the UK’s leading property investment and development specialist. With over 20 years of experience in structuring, marketing, and distributing real estate products, his expertise extends across international markets.
API Global was founded in 2013, with the mission to provide overseas investors with access to high-quality, tailored property investment opportunities. Today, the company operates from 13 strategically located offices, including London, Manchester, Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore, and major cities in Africa, South America, and Oceania. This global network allows API Global to offer clients unmatched local expertise coupled with a comprehensive understanding of international investment landscapes.
He is a fully accredited MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors), a globally recognised professional qualification demonstrating expertise in property valuation and property investment.
Michael’s global property investment acumen along with Matthew’s, combined with Ayu’s local knowledge and cultural understanding will pave the way for overseas investors to navigate the Balinese property market with confidence.
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