Service Heart Spotlight: Sue Schwartzberg and Monica LaChica

Monica and Sue are veteran managers of our NYC and LI team but when we first met them on the blog, they were partnering up to staff our Manhattan office! Check out their original interview with us here!

1.)  How long have you been working with At Your Service?  Sue and Monica: We've both been here about a month now! (Sue and Monica now have been with AYS for over two years)

2.)  Where did you grow up?  Sue: Rockland County, NY Monica: Phillipines

3.)  What’s your Alma Mater?   Sue: Binghamton University. Monica: University of St. La Salle.

4.)  What attracted you to the hospitality industry?   Sue: The great interactions! Also, knowing I could make a big difference in someone's day and that they would remember me. Monica: The passion I have working with people, the connection, the satisfaction of working together, and making it easier for everyone to co-exist in society.

5.)  What’s your favorite part of working with At Your Service?  Sue: Getting to know the staff and feeling I'm part of something bigger than myself. Monica: The people I work with in the office, and inter-office co-workers! Also, the clients together with staff members. When the event is successful, both clients and staff members are happy – it inspires me to be better both personally and professionally. 

6. )  What do you do outside of work?  Sue: Explore NYC, try to capture that perfect camera shot, spend time with friends and family. Monica: Having a great time with my friends, eating good comfort food, and just enjoying everything around me. Making the most out of what’s in front of me! 

7.)  Which is your favorite AYS location to visit?  Sue: I haven't been to any but would love to see what our new Chicago office is like! Monica: BOSTON! I love the Pats! 

8.)  If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?  Sue: Eastern Europe, esp. Austria and Prague. I love exploring European cities! I am Austrian in my heritage and have been told by many people I should experience Prague. Monica: Maldives - the beach is a place close to heaven I believe.

9.)  What’s your favorite way to unwind after a long day of work?  Sue: Checking out some of the great food found in many of the Queens neighborhoods and taking a long walk. Monica: Have a drink! (Haha!) Sorry, but it’s true. A wine a day keeps the doctor away. (Just Kidding!)