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Bridget Lindsay, Former President, Diplomatic Spouses of Budapest
I first visited Budapest in 1982. I came with some friends on the overnight train from Warsaw, where I was working at the British Embassy. Howling dogs and misty border crossings - it was like living in a John le Carré novel. Budapest was shrouded in freezing fog all weekend but I still fell in love with the city.
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David J. Kostelancik, Former Chargé d'affaires, US Embassy Budapest
David Kostelancik, a career member of the Senior Foreign Service of the United States, rank of Minister Counselor, began his posting as Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy Budapest, Hungary in August, 2016. Since January 20, 2017 he has been the Charge d’affaires.
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Angela Fairs, Former Principal, Budapest British International School
I am currently the Principal at Budapest British International School, which is a newly established school for international and Hungarian students in district 12. I have been leading teams and schools for the last 10 years and started my teaching career at the hugely successful Alleyn’s School in London, part of the Dulwich Foundation.
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Xpat Interview: Simon Skottowe, Tailor
After completing my studies at Harrow College of Art gaining a B.A. (Hons.) degree in fashion design in 1988, moved from his home in London to Italy´s design capital, Milan. There, I was able to develop my skills in menswear and tailoring working for both a renowned design studio with large international clients, as well as a circle of private customers for bespoke pieces. I spent the last two years in Milan as the cutter responsible for Katherine Hamnett London men’s and women’s tailoring.
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Peter Herr, Former Restaurant General Manager at Émile Restaurant
Throughout the 10 month working at The Fat Duck (Heston Blumenthal) I have been able to gain respect of the team and became a valued member. After going through a long and extensive training, I have been empowered to run my own station and train the new entries by instilling the standards and by leading example.
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Timea Balzer, Formal General Manager, Hotel Nemzeti Budapest Mgallery by Sofitel
During my career from 1991 I had the opportunity to grow and gain experience in different category of hotels from 3 to 5 stars on international level.
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