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    Dr. Christopher Jano, Attorney at Law in Hungary

    Arriving to Hungary in 1996, Christopher spent close to a decade in business and real estate development. Following this he completed his law studies “Cum Laude” and was called to the Hungarian bar in 2009.

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  • Interview 2: Chris Russell, Principal, The British International School, Budapest

    Interview 2: Chris Russell, Principal, The British International School, Budapest

    For starters, tell us about what you've been doing since our previous interview with you:

    On a personal level, I have been renovating a small house in Mád, near Tokaj. It is a beautiful wine village with a friendly and welcoming community. My family and I have been made to feel incredibly welcome there, and it provides a wonderful retreat from city life. We also have a small rescue dog who completes our family.

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    Interview 2: Ottó Feuertag, Owner & Founder, Europa Design in Budapest

    With over three decades of experience in designing and equipping offices and public spaces, Ottó's company is a workplace consulting, interior design, and furnishing company specialising in the creation of healthy, high-performance work environments.

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  • Jean Claude Muscat, CEO, Saint James Hospital in Hungary

    Jean Claude Muscat, CEO, Saint James Hospital in Hungary

    Mr Muscat currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Saint James Hospitals in Malta and also internationally. He has over 35 years of experience in the healthcare industry in Malta, as well as in the markets in Europe and North Africa.

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  • Dr. Nicholas Jeffery, Founding & Managing Partner, ImpresarioPartners in Hungary

    Dr. Nicholas Jeffery, Founding & Managing Partner, ImpresarioPartners in Hungary

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    Andrea Hanyecz, Founder, Bytheway Wine / Bytheway Wine Cult in Hungary

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    Cornell Voeller, Major, The Salvation Army Hungary

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    István Heréb, General Manager, Radisson Blu Béke Hotel Budapest

    With a career rooted in some of Budapest's most iconic properties, this seasoned hotelier brings a wealth of local and international experience to his leadership roles.

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