Natalia Vanina Lanza - Programme Manager
Natalia joined us in February 2010 when she set up Work the World's first South American destination in her home city of Mendoza. Natalia's background is in international relations as well as bilingual translation. Her passions include reading, travel and languages. She has journeyed extensively through South America and has spent several months in a number of European countries. Her travels have helped her to learn and study new languages and she is now fluent in English, German and Portuguese.
Martin Pusiol - Assistant Programme Manager
Martin was born in Mendoza and graduated from university with a degree in Political Science and Public Administration. He previously worked for an NGO working on educational programs for disadvantaged children in the city. He has had the opportunity to travel overseas and has been studying English since the age of five! In his spare time he likes to play the drums, attend rock concerts and watch European football.
Martin is involved in airport pick-ups, local orientations and leading the Intensive Spanish Course afternoon activities. He looks forward to meeting all the students and imparting his knowledge and enthusiasm for his beloved city!
Cristian Funes - Housekeeper
Cristian was born in Mendoza, however he spent over seven years living and working in Orlando, Florida, before returning home in 2007. He joined us in May this year and has been instrumental in the set up of our Work the World house in Mendoza.
Christian is an avid music fan and is the first to get tickets for the latest rock, blues or jazz gigs in Mendoza (definitely the person to ask if you want any tips!). He is also a keen sportsman and enjoyed the recent World Cup, even though Argentina did not do as well as hoped.
Jesica Camargo - Caterer
Jesica was born in a small town, West of Mendoza. She originally moved to Mendoza to study Philosophy at the University years ago, but loved it so much that she decided to stay and has lived there ever since. Her love for Philosophy however was not quite the same and she quit to follow her true passion; cooking.
She has worked in a number of restaurants and 5* hotels in Mendoza, before joining Work the World in summer 2010. As well as being a culinary goddess, she has studied English language for many years, has a strong passion for music and loves to read.
Inés María Garcia Day - Spanish Teacher
The youngest of seven children, Ines is from Mendoza and enjoys spending her time sharing Argentina's culture with others - its language and traditions mostly.
Passionate about languages, Inés has studied English since the age of three and has taught in a number of language schools in Mendoza. She enjoys travel and relishes an opportunity to learn about new countries and cultures. In her spare time she enjoys reading, playing polo and is currently studying German.
