In our ninth episode we have the honour to talk to Paul Moran, born and grown up in Dublin (Ireland), and an author, PhD and Professor in business schools. Paul relocated to Madrid in 1997 from Brussels. He is the Director of the Centre of European Union Studies (CEUS) and Professor at relevant business schools such as Instituto de Estudios Bursátiles and GBSB. “The most enjoyable moment is the end of the day, going out to a terrace, having a beer and playing sports with friends, and enjoying the long, light, summer evenings in Spain” “Sports are very important to integrate. Try to create groups to play paddle together, five-side soccer together, go hiking together” LinkedIn Links of Interest: Your Way in Spain, How Much Do You Need to Have a Decent Life in Spain?

In our eight episode we talk to Cherie de Asis, born and grown up in Manila (Filipinas), and graduated from the Centro Escolar University in that city. After working for several years in Singapore as Medical Sales Representative and Claims Executive, Cherie relocated to Madrid in 2015 where she is having a more meaningful life as a Yoga and Meditation teacher. She is also the organiser of the Yoga Vida Festival and the co-author of the the third volume of “Resilience Through Yoga and Meditation”. “Hang in there, you can make it!!” Email: [email protected]: Cherie de Asis Yoga Book: Resilience through Yoga and Meditation – Volume 3 FacebookInstagramLinkedInTwitter Links of Interest: Yoga Vida Festival, September 2019 Edition

In our 7th episode we talk to Mayu Ishikawa, born in Japan, grown up there and later on in California, and graduated from the University of California, Davis. After working as a teacher in the San Francisco Bay Area, Mayu relocated to Madrid in 2011 , where she has climbed the ladder in the Customer Experience function and established herself as a Customer Service Director. “Coming together with my international circle of friends, I feel like we unite for a purpose”. “I read a lot of Japanese literature to stay closer to home”. Email: [email protected] Links of Interest: Patones, Council site Yokaloka (Japanese Restaurant, Anton Martin Area (Madrid)) Txatei (Japanese Restaurante, Goya/Lista Area (Madrid)) Your Way in Spain, How much do you need to have a decent life in Spain? Wikipedia, El Escorial

In our 6th episode we talk to Juan de la Parra, born and grown up in Bogotá (Colombia), and graduated from the Sergio Arboleda University. After working for several years as a lawyer and legal advisor for technology companies in Bogotá, Juan relocated to Madrid in 2005, where he has successfully transitioned into the Sales and Business Processes side of that industry while fully integrating himself into the Spanish society. “One of the best things of Spain is the freedom you have to do whatever you want at any time and being relaxed” “In a bar you can order a coffee, a cup of wine, and a beer at the same time” (a good way to deal with homesickness) Email: [email protected] LinkedIn Links of Interest: Spanishdict, Definition of Chato (look at the 8th entry) Your Way in Spain, Bars I Like – Madrid Centre

In our fifth episode we talk to Emily Han, born and grown up in Beijing (China), and graduated from the Beijing Language and Culture University. After some temporary stays in Spain, Emily first relocated to Torrevieja (Alicante) in 2015, and later to Madrid (2016), where she is still residing. She has been employed as a Chinese teacher and recently has moved to an office job. She also acts as a freelancer for professionally translating from both Spanish and English to Chinese, and vice versa. “Gather in groups to talk to and be understood by people like you” Email: [email protected] Facebook: Emily Han Instagram: Emily Han Mo LinkedIn: Emily Han Links of Interest: Museo Reina Sofia, Annual Card for State Museums El País, ¿El Mejor Chino de España? (The best Chinese Restaurant in Spain?) Your Way in Spain: Developing your Network Your Way in Spain: Art Museums in Spain – Paintings and More

In our fourth episode we talk to Patricio Ehrhorn, born and grown up in Buenos Aires (Argentina), and graduated from the Universidad de San Andres, in the metropolitan area of that city. After coming for first time in 2006 to live his European Dream in Malaga, Patricio returned to Argentina (2009), to made it back to Europe (2011), again to Malaga (2012), and later to Madrid (2015), where he is still residing. He is currently a sales manager at a company in the IT industry. “I just booked the flights with a determined date and, that was it, there was no turning back” “Start with somebody who has already lived sometime in Spain” Email: [email protected] Facebook: Patricio Ehrhorn LinkedIn: Patricio Ehrhorn

In our third episode we have the honour to talk to Belinda Callander, born and raised in Tasmania (Australia), professionally developed in Melbourne (Australia), and graduated from the Swinburne University of Technology, an institution from the latter city as well. Belinda relocated to Madrid in 2014. During these years, she has been self-employed as a professional English coach specialising in Business English. She also has a YouTube channel where she shares useful English lessons. “Any adventure that you can take on your life is at least worth trying”. Email: [email protected] Website: b-learning.es Facebook: BLearningEducativo Instagram: b_learning.es LinkedIn: Belinda Callander YouTube: b-learning English with Belinda  

In our second episode we have the honour to talk to Roberto Manfredi, born and raised in Rome (Italy), and a graduate from a university of that city as well. Roberto has been happily living between Marbella and Madrid since 2006. During these years he has held several positions addressing the European market and has also become a member of the Order of Malta. “You can live wherever you want”. Get to know more about his dreamed city in Spain and why he loves the chiringuitos across the Costa del Sol.

In our first episode we have the honour to talk to Amber Lattimer, born and raised in Wisconsin (USA), and a Florida University International graduate who has been living (with a short break) since 2005 in Spain. Amber is happily established in Madrid, has held several positions in those years, and currently runs the A Academy, a language school she founded in 2013 for helping professionals improve their language skills. For more details about what she does, visit www.theaacademy.es . You can also reach her on [email protected]

Welcome and introduction to Your Way in Spain’s podcasts. Conversations with diverse people who have made it to Spain and share relevant lessons, challenging situations, and funny anecdotes about their journeys. Links related to the useful information they provide will also be posted in the episodes notes and potentially commented in a blog post. Consider also subscribing to our newsletter for being aware of all the published posts (podcasts and blog).