The Pulse

Volume 2 Issue 1 Leisure Inbound- Employee Newsletter December 2013

Introducing the second volume of The Pulse which will be brought to you once in two months instead of once a quarter, all
due to the high demand we have received from our valued readers. Wish you all a happy and prosperous 2014

Inside this issue

ISO Audit Miss France The Other side Run for Their Lives Charity by WBTL Glamorous The Market Say New Faces at Inbound Travel Trade Calendar Sports Inbound Puzzle 2 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 11 12

Potential Unlocked!
Leisure Inbound kick started its home grown
motivational and soft skills development programme Unlock Your potential in November 2013. This session includes five main areas of focus. Namely Leap of Faith, Corporate Face, Beyond Excellence, Dare to Know and Know your Pitch brought to life by our very own motivational speakers. The invitation was extended to the speakers who without any hesitance took up the challenge of bringing to life the idea Unlock Your Potential, whilst giving an insight into their careers (Vasantha, Sunimal, Amali, Yohan and Prabath) Dare to Know- importance of being international savvy Know Your Pitch identifying the different ways of approaching and influencing your clients Corporate Face conducting ones self professionally Leap of Faith Importance of making the most out of your chosen career Beyond Excellence gives the courage to go the extra mile to make a difference Five sessions were successfully concluded, and due to its immense success more sessions will be conducted in 2014

Leisure Inbound passes the ISO Audit with Zero Non Conformities
Always striving to achieve high quality standards and
adopt environmentally sustainable practices, Walkers Tours and Whittalls Travels faced a successful ISO 9001 and 140001 audit. This successful completion of the audit proves the high quality standard of service we render our clients and the reliability as a Destination Management Company.

Walkers Tours Official Transport Sponsor for Miss France 2014

Walkers
Tours the official transport partner provided luxury coaches and superior micro vans for the entire contingent from the time of arrival and throughout their journey from Habarana, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa throughout to Beruwala whilst experiencing Sri Lankan hospitality.

The Other Side

of Kandy. He was also the first in the list to be called to compeer at any school event.. Unlike most of his friends or even most of the 16 year olds now a day, Ryan knew exactly what career he wanted. Whilst studying for his Advance Level examinations he started a part time course in Mechanical Engineering at the German Technical Training Institute Having completed his Advance level examinations in the Arts stream, Ryan went onto complete his course in Mechanical engineering. He subsequently started a diploma in Automobile Technology at City and Guildes, Colombo. Six months after leaving school he joined Swedish Training Company as a mechanic (Trainee) since he needed experience to complete his higher studies and then began his career in his chosen field as a Mechanic Looking back he says the Best day of his life, thus far is the day he passed out from the German Technical training institute as a fully qualified automobile engineer, only because he managed his higher education whilst studying for his Advance Level examinations which gave him the added advantage of passing out as a automobile engineer at a very young age. Having bagged the qualification he needed, Ryan went onto climbing the career ladder at Swedish Training. After a stint of seven years Ryan decided to switch jobs. He was the After sales and Customer Service Manager at the point of leaving Swedish Training. The opportunity I got to join JKH was unexpected but today Im happy that I made the move simply because its more than just a work place His main career goal as he explains is to be the best motor mechanic and to have his own business and to be better than his dad whom he considers his role model, advisor and mentor. Born to a family in Kandy Ryan is the eldest of two. His younger sister, Stephanie, whom he adores much, runs her own salon in Australia. With both children out of home his mother has adopted two daughters to fill in the shoes of her dear children. Her pride and joy Fluffy and Sesame are two lion Sheppards who get to travel the country as they cannot be out of the mothers sight. Since he was small there were two main things he wanted to try out in life. To join the Navy and to be a motor racer. Having grown up around uncles and his Father who were motor racing fanatics Ryan was more inclined towards walking the same walk. Working his way up to achieve his dreams he studied the specifics of motor racing and today is a committee member of the motor racing association of Sri Lanka and the Ceylon Motor sports Club. He is also the Head of the technical committee for Sri Lanka automobile sports which directly reports to the sports minister. Appointing of a chief scrutineer for all prominent motor racing events that run under the national sporting code of Sri Lanka is his duty. There are many instances that Ryan himself has been the chief scrutineer for many events. Three years ago two Sri Lankans were selected to be FIA approved scrutineers. One of them was Ryan, who passed a three year training with flying colours which gave him the opportunity to represent Sri Lanka as a scrutineer at the Singapore formula 01 motor races.

The

editorial team of the pulse

decided to bring to you the other side of well known Ryan Gray. Most of us know him as the head of the Transport division who is most certainly a cat on hot bricks as he is always on the move between Colombo 2 and 15. With 15 minutes on the clock we managed to take a look into this exciting personality despite having his phone ringing constantly throughout the interview. Hailing from St. Anthonys College, Kandy, Ryan was rather a silent character back in his school days. With his Father and Grandfather both been Antonians the decision was made about his school well before he was born. Up until his ordinary level examinations Ryan admits that he was the target of all the bullies in school. This silent character spent most of his school life dedicating to sports of his choice. Athletics, Swimming, Badminton were among the favoruites. Long jump, Triple jump and 200 meters were his main events during the school sports meet. Post O/L examinations Ryan became an active member of the school interact club and the Shakespeare Drama club which brought him out of his silent shell and went onto becoming the deputy head prefect of his school. He then went onto become the ladies man and well known for his good looks in the whole

This was a dream come true as I was the only Sri Lankan who has represented the country as a scrutineer at the most prominent event in motor racing in the world

Ryan himself is a racing driver who started with go carting. He is a fanatic of speed rallying I love the drama and the action that takes place, thats what drives me to take part Ryan is also engaged in training junior

sruitineers as a part time programme for Sri Lanka automobile sports. Any message for the readers? Apart from sending your TRs on time I believe all of you should face every situation as it comes since life is unpredictable. Balance out the good and the bad in life and I believe that the bad experiences in life would drive you to achieve something great in life

A team of 10 from Walkers and Whittalls teamed up to run for the lives of cancer patients on the 08th of December 2013. The members managed to successfully complete the 5km distance which was meant to be a charity run with a bit of jogging and plenty of walking. This was a project organized by the Rotaract Club of Colombo Uptown for the fourth consecutive year.

We ran for their lives

Charitable Initiative by Whittalls Travels

They Say that A child's smile is one of life's greatest blessings. Twenty employees from Whittalls experienced this first hand on 30th of November, when they visited a school in Ratnapura. The annual charity project done by Whittall Boustead (Travel) Limited, which is a project partly funded by Kuoni UK, donated stationary for 220 children in a rural school in Ratnapura.This project was launched in the year 2000, when the idea originated at the staff meeting. This school was selected after it was suggested by an employees father who was living in Ratnapura. With the main scarcity being stationary, we decided to provide the school with stationary for 145 children. The donation was followed by a fellowship with the kids where the team performed an act which entertained the children thoroughly. This year upon request from the school, we also took some cricket bats and tennis balls so that the children could play some cricket during their recess time. With there being a surplus of funds in the year 2012, when we were contacted by a school in Maharagama, we decided to provide them with vouchers for school shoes. This year too we provided the 175 children of the school with vouchers with the hope that this too becomes an annual project.

Ending 2013 in Glamorous Style

Walkers Tours and Whittalls Travels celebrated their year-end get-together on the 11th of December 2013 at the Cinnamon Lakeside Earls Court.

The Market Say

For this issue of The Pulse we spoke to members of the India, France and UK teams of Walkers Tours and the Whittalls team to inquire about David, Ridma, Imran and Michelle. This is what their teammates had to say:

Imran Mannan David Nicholas RidmaWithanage

Fondly known as: Nicholas Mostly heard saying : Yanawa Oi Yanna Cartoon character that describes him : Astrix Song title that describes him : Desperado by Antonio Banderas Greatest Quality: Always wanting

Fondly known as:Mannan Mostly heard saying : Lets organize a trip or something disgusting Cartoon character that describes him : Cacophonix / Tasmanian Devil

Fondly known as: Padme Mostly heard saying : Hmmmmmmm Cartoon character that describes her : Puss in Boots Sympathy Eyes Song title that describes her : Uda rata niliya hada wage Greatest Quality: Helpful and patient Message from the market: Padme Apita, ApiPadmeta

Song title that describes him : Cant think of anything noisy

Greatest Quality: Great Team player, Willing to lend a helping hand Message from the market: Please no sound and air pollution.

to learn something new and make use of the same

Message from the market: Team India loves you more that you can imagine

Michelle Perera

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Fondly known as:Michi, Mango Face, Manta Mostly heard saying : I dont have anything to wear, Really, are you serious? Cartoon character that describes her : Power puff girls Sugar Song title that describes her : Michelle Greatest Quality: Agood listener, being concerned about friends Message from the market: All of us wish her all the very best to find someone who is affordable

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New faces of Inbound

Rasini Weerasuriya

Work at JKH is so far good with a mix of tough, fun, boring, hectic and chilling times.
Halique Wadood

It's no doubt that this is the best company to work for... and most importantly, the best people to work with.
Tarusha Fernando

A great start to what will hopefully be a long career

Chenura Obeysekera

Comfortable and very interesting working environment!

Natasha Vandort

"The start of an exciting journey...!"

Anastasiia Kaplenkova

I am happy to be a part of such a strong company as a Walkers Tours LTD

Shan Jayasena

Very exciting and full of enjoyment!

Julian Forbes

A high energy environment that will allow you to excel in your career
Rukshan De Soyza

The working culture here is absolutely amazing.

Shenal Abeysekera It has been great so far Pooji Malavige

Working at Walkers makes me feel like home

Upeksha Indramali Theres so much to learn at Whittalls I'm so glad I got such an eventful place to work at

Travel Trade Sporting Events 2013

In the year 2013 the Travel Trade Sports Club organized the most number of events in the recent past. With different sporting events been organized the joint team of Walkers and Whittalls has participated in 10 events. A highlight of the year in pictures is given below. We value the support extended by Walkers and Whittalls team by participating in the activities organised by the TTSC committee, who puts in much effort to ensure maximum number of tournaments are run for the year Dushy Jayaweera, President Travel Trade Sports Club

Badminton Tournament

Hard Ball Cricket 6s

Bowling Tournament

Beach Volleyball

Soft Ball Cricket 6s

Football Tournament Netball Tournament

Travel Trade Swimming Meet

On the 8th of November 8 swimmers headed towards the Thurstan College Swimming Pool to represent Walkers and Whittalls at the Travel Trade Swimming Meet. The team managed to come in second to the defending champions Sri Lankan Airlines.

Travel Trade Beach Tag Rugby

Walkers Tours Limited was the main sponsor of the Travel Trade Beach Tag Rugby Tournament which was held on the 13th of December 2013. Three teams were registered for the event from Walkers and Whittalls. The A team became Runner up of the Cup championship while the B team became the champions of the Plate

Mercantile Badminton Championship

Prabath, Shivanthi and Randika represented John Keells from Leisure Inbound at the Mercantile Badminton Championships held in October/November. Prabath Champion Mens Veterans Team Shivanthi Runner up Womens Team C Division

Inbound Crossword No.04

The following crossword is based on employees at Inbound. Good luck guessing the names of your colleagues. Print out the completed crossword and hand over to HR before the 03rd of January 2014.
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Across 1. Speaks five languages 2. Captain of Soccer/Athletics & Vice Captain of Swimming team in school 3. Obtained four As for A/Ls 4. Liu 5. Melfort Estate 6. Biker 7. -8. 12th October 9. Ambalangoda 10. Thamarasi 11. Parent of Shaveen 12. Peterite 13. Wing three-quarter Winners of Inbound Crossword Puzzle No. 03 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Down 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Shakespeare Married to Janaka ACMA -Artist -Choro benedicte Fan of country music Was a Teacher 14 3315 Rugby fanatic

Jayamali Shenuka, Shanendra, Nilu Sharangi, Mitchelle, Jayani, Mandy, Shazli Amani, Shivanthi, Nishanthi, Lasanthi, Lasanthika, Aneeka Poornima, Manishka, Ahamed, Andre