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Richard Ruskin: Managing Director
Richard joined the travel industry in 1973, working for Ansett Airlines, whilst also completing his BST (Business Studies Tourism) Certificate (Now Associate Diploma). After working in domestic and then international sales, he was seconded to British Airways. He joined Four Corners Travel Service in 1977 as an International Consultant, taking over as Manager in 1983.
In 1996, he bought out his partners and has expanded the company into a group of 6 specialist divisions - one being Bali Bound Holidays. Richard first travelled to Bali in 1978 and has an enduring love of the Island and its people. He has been an avid supporter of Bali through the tragedy of October 2002 and has been keen to see the growth of tourism back to Bali since then.
Richard has an uncompromising belief in offering the best in travel, and has built up a team of specialists equally passionate about Bali. Asked was his favourite Balinese experience is, Richard replies, "Eating Nasi Goreng at the Bali Aussie Restaurant!"
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Sue Harms: Sales Manager
Sue Harms is our Sales Manager, with over 26 years experience in the Travel Industry. Sue first entered the industry as a domestic consultant with Burns Philip Travel in Melbourne, then, as one of her interests was snow skiing, she moved to ANZ Travel consulting in the International retail division for 3 years. She then moved to Allaround Travel as a Senior consultant, consulting during the week and escorting groups to the Australian ski fields on weekends, as well as teaching skiing. Sue then went into Commercial Travel with Elders IXL as a Senior Consultant, before accepting a position with Adventure World, as Sales Manager. Throughout Sue's 11 years with this company, she developed a further passion for exotic destinations, like Africa and Bali.
Sue has always been keen on upmarket hotels, and hence she finds that Bali suits her tastes. As Sue puts it, "Some of the most luxurious hotels and villas in the world are found in Bali - how could anyone not enjoy it as a destinaton?"
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Kerrie Matthee: Financial Controller
Kerrie has years of experience working in small business with the last 10 years in the travel industry. The first contact Kerrie had with Bali Bound Holidays was as the external auditor for the company, later joining as a member of the team. This brings a strong level of financial accountability to the company, and ensures that accreditation with all statutory bodies is maintained. As Financial Controller, Kerrie’s role ensures that the company maintains client financial records as well as ensuring all suppliers are paid.
Having been born and brought up in South Africa, Kerrie has an extensive knowledge of travel in South Africa, with a particular love of wildlife and game parks. She has a passion for all things African and her knowledge and continued interest in South Africa is kept alive through various family members still living there. In addition, Kerrie has travelled to Fiji, USA, Singapore, Europe and the UK.
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Margaret Fernandez: Accountant
Margaret was born in India and from an early age had a passion for figures. After completing a Bachelor of Commerce and a Diploma in Travel and Tourism, she decided to pursue a career in the Travel Industry, rather than becoming a CPA. Margaret worked for 10 years in India where she met her husband, Owen, and in 1986 they both migrated to Australia. Margaret joined the company this year as accountant, bringing with her a wealth of airline and travel agency experience.
Margaret is passionate about travel and has travelled to West Coast USA, Europe, South East Asia and of course India. Her dream is to travel to Africa and the East Coast of America.
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Sue Ruskin: International Payments
Sue has had a wealth of experience, particularly in the medical field. Sue is a qualified Orthoptist, and after a successful career in that field spanning 20 years, she decided to change her career and pursue her love of travel. Sue has travelled extensively through Europe and Asia, and more recently to USA and Africa. She is responsible for all the overseas payments to our Operators worldwide.
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Paul Stanley : Promotions and Design Co-Ordinator
Paul is a highly skilled and diverse graphic designer with experience in print, web, fashion, and software. After graduating with a B.A. in Multimedia from Monash University, Paul worked for a variety of companies before settling in as resident designer at Four Corners Travel Group. Paul has travelled extensively, and his role with the Company combines his love of traveling with his skills as a designer. Paul has a great sense of humour that often translates into some of his design work and multi-media presentations. His favourite movie is Passenger 57 starring Wesley Snipes and he is a keen supporter of the Harlem Globe Trotters.
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