Etienne Bonello

Q: Favourite spot in Malta to unwind?
A: Golden Bay and Majjistral Park, especially in winter. The mix of sea, garigue, and countryside offers calm and clarity. I’ve been visiting since childhood and it’s still magical.

Q: What’s your go-to comfort food?
A: I’m not a comfort eater, but I love a juicy cheeseburger, rib-eye steak, or sushi.

Q: What’s your favourite thing about your job?
A: I enjoy the variety – from procurement and HR to strategic planning. We run 10 festivals a year, and being hands-on while experiencing the cultural side is both challenging and rewarding.

Q: Best piece of career advice you’ve received?
A: “Everything is temporary. Solve the issue and move forward” – a mantra from the late entrepreneur Gul Mohnani.

Q: What’s something we wouldn’t know about you from your CV?
A: I live by ‘mens sana in corpore sano’. Regular gym workouts help me decompress and stay balanced – physically and mentally.