
Portrait Of Gaby Abfalter
Grow, Learn, live: The first Chapter of my life
It began in the year 1965 in England, where I came into this world. But even in my early years, my family was drawn back to our roots – to Bern, Switzerland. Here, I grew up, shaped by the picturesque scenery of Switzerland.
The artistic vein was aroused in me, and led me on my way to art school in Bern. According to the preliminary course, I completed the lesson for decoration designer. The Aesthetics and creativity I developed here should prove a valuable resource.
To deeds of Dreams: a journey of discovery in professional life
However, life led me to heights I can't imagine would have been me in my wildest Dreams. In 1982, my journey began as a Flight Attendant in the case of SWISSAIR, a Job that opened not only the world, but also my professional development engine. I completed a training to the Maître de Cabine and also assumed various management functions.
Courage to change: the rise of new horizons
The years flew by, and in the spring of 2002, my course has shifted in the world of banks and the retail sector. Here, I took on various leadership positions that opened up new perspectives. The accident opened a new Chapter in my life and pulled me back into the fascinating world of aviation.
In 2008, I returned to the aviation, not as a flight attendant, but as Head of a Flight Attendant Management of the renowned SWISS International Airlines. A Job that not only challenges, but also successes. In 2017, I ventured a step further and moved to Swissport, where I took over the Position as Head of Premium Services.
The turning point: When life is re-defined
The year 2017 was for me a turning point, not only of professional changes. At the 24th of December, I had a very bad skiing accident that made my life a mess. A severely shattered vertebra forced me to fight for three and a half years with the challenges of inability to work, and I had to undergo several surgeries. This period was characterized by many ups and downs, but this process opened me up to new perspectives.
This Phase of the crisis and the challenges showed me not only the physical limits of my body, but also hidden facets of my inner perseverance, and my resilience. My own journey through the darkness taught me that the Overcoming of difficulties, it is only a question of physical recovery, but, above all, the inner strength and resilience. I decided to use this experience to help other people in similar situations.
Move to pastures new: My journey of rediscovery
During my time of Rehabilitation and inner Transformation, I completed the training to become a Company mentor, with a Swiss Federal certificate. This is the path that led from deep valleys to the highest peaks, shaped me professionally and personally. These experiences motivated me to continue my studies to also become a certified Job Coach to support people which outline in difficult situations in the professional field.
Today, I am here, not only as a woman with a multilevelled professional career, but also as someone who has experienced the challenges and joys of life in a profound way. My own experiences have taught me valuable skills, but also a deeper human insight given.
Stronger together: your companion on the way to your success
I am happy to accompany you on your way, and to provide you with the support, so that they can cope with the challenges of life with confidence and Optimism.
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