As part of our series introducing you to our team members, we sat down for a chat with Kayla, who works as Coordinator in Booking Team.
Kayla Barclay
Where are you from?
I’m originally from sunny Spain, but my dad is Scottish, so I have dual citizenship (very handy, to be honest).
What have you done in your career until now?
I graduated from the University of Swansea in the summer of 2021, so my career has barely started! So far, I’ve worked for big corporations like Virgin Atlantic and now terptree. I was also a student ambassador during my studies which let me meet many cool people and participate in various events at the University.
What is your proudest achievement?
Moving to a different country all on my own has to be the top, but working while getting a first in my degree during a pandemic has to be second place.
What did you want to be when you were younger?
I wanted to either be an archaeologist or an actor because I was obsessed with the Lara Croft movies, and I thought it would be awesome to do either.
What are you reading?
The Wheel of Time: The Great Hunt.
What surprises people about you?
I have a never-ending list of hobbies, including drawing/painting and knitting.
What’s your favourite quote?
Things turn out best for people who make the best of how things turn out – John Wooden
What is your favourite thing about being a Booking Coordinator?
My degree was a BA in Modern Languages, Translation and Interpreting, so it’s lovely to use some of those skills as a Bookings Coordinator. Also, building strong professional relationships with interpreters and students.
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