eKourier July 2020

WHO’S WHO

TEAM MEMBER PROFILES - ARTARMON

Above: Krista O'Connell, Manita Lamichhane, Nazakit Ali and Paul Santiago.

Krista O'Connell Assistant Manager, Artarmon Pacific Hwy NSW

Manita Lamichhane Assistant Manager, Artarmon Pacific Hwy NSW

Career background: I started my career in Hotel Management as a Hotel Operator trainee with Radisson Hotel. In my 15 years I have worked in Customer Service, Team Management and Client Support within various companies. Marital status? Married. Any children? Yes a baby boy, just one month old! His name is Samuel Thapa. Hobbies/interests: I enjoy meeting new people, travelling to new places and learning about their culture. I also enjoy cooking and I love my time with my son. Do you play any sport or have any special talents? I am interested in most sports though I do not actively participate. Favourite book: Pride and Prejudice. Favourite movie: The Gods Must Be Crazy. Favourite restaurant/food: Thai food. Any pets? No pets. Where did you grow up? I grew up in the city of Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. I have good memories of my childhood. I grew up amongst a large family with my parents, uncles and cousins. I also have three sisters who I am very close to. Favourite holiday destinations: That would be Singapore.

Career background: Before KSS I worked as a Mens Wear Department Manager at Zara, Pitt Street for four years. Marital status? Married. Any children? I have one child and her name is Maia. She does acrobatics and has some amazing moves! Hobbies/interests: Family movie night with take away, simply the best! Also love going to the beach, favourite is Balmoral. Do you play any sport or have any special talents? No not really. Favourite book: Lord of the Rings. Favourite movie: Titanic. Favourite restaurant/food: Spanish, love Tapas. Where did you grow up? I grew up in a small town called Parroo, which is located in southern Finland. My childhood was fun, lots of outdoor time, even in winter. Any pets? No pets. Favourite holiday destinations: My favourite holiday destination would be Crete Island, which is part of Greece. When I lived back home in Finland, we visited there often and I just love the crystal clear water and relaxed atmosphere.

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