Kathrin S BE568 Germany
CEO Independent Project Consultant
I am currently working as an independent consultant for Titan Industries/Tanishq. The company is working on a roll-out of jewelry retail stores in the US and I am advising them on quality standards, merchandising and design. By training I am a product designer, metallurgist, gemologist and jeweler.In 2004 I started my own consultancy business with a core competency in platinum applications.
Since April I have been spending half of my time in India and the rest in the US and Europe. Born in Germany,German is my first language (but I am US citizen now). Naturally I also speak English, some French and lousy Japanese. I have lived in Germany, France, UK and Japan and I am relatively new to everything Indian. My hobbies are classical music, dance, botanics, cooking, art, reading and everything Apple (computer).
Oliver N BE567 UNITED KINGDOM
Engineer
Rolls-Royce employee in Bangalore for the next 6 months carrying out engineering work. Looking to take advantage of the time here by getting to know other ex-pats and to get involved in some outdoor activities. Particulary interested in trekking/mountain activities. India is the first country outside the UK I've living in.
Michael S BE566 UNITED STATES
Training Executive
I have relocated to Bangalore with Target Corporation to help continue development of our training programs for Target India. My first assignment is for 12 months starting in November of 2007, and is renewable for 6-12 more months. Similar to being an expat, I was a Rotary foreign exchange student in Helsinki, Finland (while in high school) and I've also lived in the beautiful islands of Hawaii for 11 years. I love to live in other areas than Minnesota (obviously), and that is what attracted me to India. Besides training, I am also writing a series of books on life balance (www.balancefactor.com), so I am interested in traveling to more countries, meeting more people, and writing about my experience!
Todd N BE565 UNITED STATES
Senior Manager, Marketing
I recently moved to Bangalore work with Target Corporation. While I am here, I will be working to expand and develop our marketing and creative teams. This is my first time living abroad. My first few days have been great and I'm anxious to greet the challenges that will come! I love traveling, exploring new places and continually learning. I look forward to meeting new people and enjoying all that this assignment has to offer.
Vikrant M BE561 India/USA
IT Analyst
back home again after a long time! Born in Bangalore and moved to Memphis, US when I was 6 yrs old. Grew up in the US but visited India every few years. BLR always felt like home so 2 months ago I took the plunge and moved here permanently. Currently working for FedEx Corp. as an Senior Solutions Analyst, specifically in IT with some Marketing and Sales support. I am also here to explore opportunities for creating a start-up. Was an exchange student from Purdue Univ. to Uppsala Univ. (Sweden) and have worked in the Netherlands (Utrecht and Breda). I speak Hindi, English and attempt Swedish with vodka. My hobbies include racquetball, photography, clubs, chess and riding motorcycles.
Anita K BE558 UNITED STATES
VP - Director
I arrived to Bangalore on October 11th,
2007. I was born in India and have lived
in Canada for 24 years and United States
for 21 years. I am an accountant by
education. For the last 22 years, have
been involved in real estate development.
Last 6 years worked in San Diego with a
Title company in residential and
commercial real estate.
I am involved in Landmark Education and
will be starting the Introduction to
Leadership Program starting October 24th,
2007. Plan on being in Bangalore for 3
years. My hobbies include Golf, Yoga, and
Wine. I speak English, Hindi, Spanish, a
little bit of French.
Emeline M BE556 germany
R&D Software Leader 1
I am working as a Project manager/ coordinator for 2 NSN mobile network products, which software development part have been outsourced to Wipro. I am from Germany, orignally from Benin, grew up partially in Cameroon, partially in Germany. So I speak french, german and english. I like listening to music, dancing (salsa, meringue, cha-cha, hip pop & soul), reading, shopping, singing (karaoke), travelling, hanging with friends.
Martin J BE553 Australia
Finance Director
I have recently accepted a position as Finance Director with Menzies Aviation (India) who are involved in the setting up of the new international airport. Prior to this appointment I had a 10 year career in radio broadcasting and digital media and have managed operations for leading radio stations in Melbourne, Australia and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. I am interested in scuba diving. I like to have a few drinks on the weekends . My main language is Engligh but I intend to take French language classes.
David G BE552 Norway
I am a Norwegian Project Manager who is in Bangalore for a project that will likey last for at least 5-6 months. I have lived in countries in the Middle East and East Africa and speak Norwegian as well as English fluently. I enjoy sports of all kinds both watching and doing. Other interests are food, music and socializing.
Gurtej S BE551 UNITED KINGDOM
SVP New Media
I am of Indian origin but was born and bought up in the UK. My role is SVP of New Media and I am responsible for Indya.com amongst other sites. I speak Punjabi and tend to read a fair bit.
Deb C BE549 England
Senior Manager, Operations, Risk & Compliance
I work for a UK bank, and have a 12 month contract in India. I am here to manage our outsourced operations with various suppliers, including the risk aspect. I have only ever lived in the UK, so this is a totally new experience for me. I only really speak English (although can speak a little bit of French, and am trying to learn some Hindi). My hobbies are scuba diving, skiing, keeping fit, golf, rugby, football and travelling.
Mark H BE547 UK & USA
Application Support Manager
I am working in Bangalore on a 1 year assignment. I work in IT taking care of corporate applications (like email systems) and the people who look after them. My wife, Melissa, is/was a Legal Secretary, but is now a lady who lunches. We have been living in London for 8 years now, but met in America. We speak English and enjoy dinners out, theatre, pubs, outdoor adventure and music.
Robbie F BE546 Australia
Investement Director
My wife and I have been living in Bangalore for the past three years. I work as a investment director at a property firm. My wife is a primary school teacher and has been teaching for the past two years at the Canadian International school. India is the only country we have lived in besides Australia. Before arriving in Bangalore we travelled through Europe and have enjoyed travelling Asia since living in Bangalore. I am involved in the Bangalore Ruby Club and play in the Refugees team.
Stephen C BE542 UNITED STATES
CEO
Arriving as an independent business consultant, based out of Lincoln Nebraska, I'm now on a long term assignment in Bangalore. Have been posted here almost 2 years, and have been traveling and working in India (and in about 40 other countries) since 1993. My French and German are absolutely awful having studied French and having lived in Germany. My 5 kids and lovely wife Tamara reside here 6 months a year. I enjoy sailing, gardening, an occasional single malt and a good Cuban Cigar!
Max S BE539 UNITED STATES
Manager, Entrepreneurship Development
I work for one of the largest microfinance institutions in South India as the manager of entrepeneurship development. I head their vocational training, literacy and business development programs. I have lived in the US, Nepal and India.
Paul B BE538 UNITED STATES
Sr. Group Manager
Hi, I am a Sr. Group Manager with Target Corp. on an 18-24 mo. assignment. Some of the things I like to do are hiking, kayaking, playing sports, wine tastings, reading, & theater. I also hope to travel as much as possible while I am here. I am looking forward to meeting new people and making new friends.
Michael B BE535 UNITED STATES
Director
Hi, I moved to Bangalore in May for a 15 month assignment with
Fidelity Investments as the Country Head of Corporate Security.
George A BE534 UNITED STATES
Sr. Partner
I am here for the next 12-18 months on work assignment. My wife has accompanied me here. We have been in Bangalore for the past 10 days. We have traveled outside for holidays over the past 2 years. My wife has lived in both France and the UK as part of her education. She speaks conversational French. We would love to meet other expats here to enjoy what Bangalore and the rest of India has to offer.
Jacqui D BE532 Canada
Creative Director
I have been in Bangalore for 3 years off and on as the Creative Director for a stock animation/illustration company from the US. I grew up in Newfoundland, Canada but moved to the US about 11 years ago. My husband is from Chicago. I have travelled to Australia, New Zealand, Europe, Israel, Fiji, Singapore and now India. I love to experience new cultures, especially through their food and crafts. My interests are movies, travel, reading, fabrics, crafts, computers and walking. I speak English, French and understand some German and Russian. I would love to meet other expats living here outside of my work sphere.
Susanna P BE530 Finland
I have relocated to Bangalore in July 2007 with my husband, who is the original reason for our relocation. He works at Nokia and I work at Ernst&Young global shared services.
I have studied and worked in many countries including USA, Spain, Sweden, Mexico, Singapore, China and feel very lucky to add India to my list. As you can probably guess, I enjoy travelling, experiencing new places and people.
I am originally from Finland and speak Finnish as my native language. My husband is Swedish and we speak also Swedish together. In addition I speak English and Spanish fluently. I can survive in German, French and Portuguese. My hobbies include travelling, cooking, scuba diving and currently working on to pick up golf.
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