The Team

Ivan Sciberras

Designer

A creative genius and Photoshop wiz, Ivan’s exceptional flair for effortlessly converting an idea into a design is something that amazes. With a background in design of more than 20 years, he’s become a master at bringing concepts and designs to life. Ivan has previously worked in design for the real estate industry among others and handled design work for On Site Malta on a part-time basis.

He has now chosen to be a full-time member which allows us to extend our service offering to those clients requiring a stand design– ancillary with our other services. But this is just the tip of the iceberg.

Languages spoken: English, Italian, French, Maltese 

Chris Farrugia

Managing Director

It goes without saying that Chris is the key player at On Site Malta and brings with him a great deal of experience in his field. Heading up strategy is what he does best and tapping into new and emerging international markets is something he’s looking forward to.

His days consist of creating strategic initiatives outside our shores as well as in Malta – key to developing growth and further strengthening Malta’s already excellent position on the DMC map. His vision is as clear as day – to take On Site Malta to the next level. How, you may ask? By continuing to engineer diverse and unique events for our clientele – always exceeding their expectations.

 Languages spoken: English, Italian, Maltese

Steve Cachia

Head of Sales

Steve has always been creative and fascinated by the idea of exceeding clients’ expectations by going the extra mile. He is a fan of big ideas – there is no room for ‘mundane’ or ‘boring’ with Steve – and our clients know this.

His passion for Malta and events is apparent as you observe him contributing on several levels – creativity, strategy and marketing. When he’s not globe-trotting to showcase and put Malta on the map in a multitude of markets, you can rest assured he’s already brewing up the next big idea.

Languages spoken: English, Italian, Maltese

Sophia Friehold

Project Manager

Sophia is incredibly enthusiastic and renowned for her go-getter attitude and leadership qualities. Sophia inspires those around her by thinking outside the box to combine creative concepts with exceptional organising skills to meet our client goals. She charmingly knows how to build relationships with stakeholders and spread good cheer at the office.

To her, the always-changing world of events is captivating and the challenge and diversity keeps her motivated and striving for better.

Languages spoken: English, German 

Andrea Farrugia

Project Manager

Andrea is a self-proclaimed people person and lover of the Benelux region. For more than 16 years working in the hotel industry locally and abroad, he’s approached every project with the same enthusiasm and attention to detail.
His can-do attitude is apparent and you will never catch him saying ‘unfortunately’.

He prefers words such as ‘absolutely’ or ‘certainly’ – and always puts the client at the forefront. When he’s not creating amazing events he enjoys sketching and doodling…and playing sports.

Languages spoken: English, French, Italian, Maltese

Fabienne Wijnen

Project Manager

Fabienne has the required ‘can do’ attitude combined with adaptability thanks to her expertise in the field and her 12 years of event & hospitality management experience. Her passion for teamwork and excellence are just some of the assets that make her a pleasure to work with on all fronts. Fabienne joining the team took On Site Malta up another notch.

Her clear desire to strive for better – by analysing risks before an event takes place, ensures there are no nasty surprises and all goes as planned. It is no wonder that our clients love working with her and her results back her up.

Languages spoken: English, Dutch 

Helga Catania

General Manager

An excellent communicator, Helga is in charge of the overall quality of the service provided by On Site Malta. Considered the backbone of On Site Malta, she combines strategy, creativity and ‘commitment to service’ qualities. Helga is a motivator and aims to exceed clients’ expectations. She is results-driven and focused and that is why there are no such things as half measures because the client comes first.

When she’s ‘off site’ and not in production mode, she enjoys singing – a past time she considers her ‘bliss’. And when she’s not doing that, she’s adding to her 15,000-strong pencil collection a past-time she’s enjoyed for many years.
Armed with 26 years of experience, she is a natural leader and has proudly spearheaded some of the largest events to ever be organised in Malta and looks forward to more. Luckily for us, what’s coming next is sure to be exciting.

Languages spoken: English, Italian, French, Maltese

Marika Vahsen Bianco

Accounts Manager

Marika has always been an innately numbers-person. The epitomy of reliability, we know we can count on Marika to supervise, monitor and evaluate all day-to-day accounting activities. Striving for accuracy and the improvement of systems and procedures is what she enjoys and that is where her high attention to detail and accuracy are apparent.

We like to leave the collecting, analysing, and verifying aspect of our business to the real experts in the field – and who better than Marika?

Languages spoken: English, Italian, Maltese

Stephane Taurel

Project Manager

Stephane embodies the essence of being ‘a citizen of the world.’ A fervent traveller, we can easily say that he really has travelled around half of the world. A native of Provence in France, he has a special love for Canada.

When we look at Stephane, we see positivity personified. He knows how to give it all he’s got in order to reach his client’s event objectives. It’s not always easy – but that doesn’t discourage him. Not surprising, then, that our clients enjoy working with him and we do too.

Languages spoken: English, French, Italian

Melanie Spiteri Borda

Accounts Clerk

Melanie is Marika’s right hand – another numbers person whom On Site Malta just couldn’t do without. Melanie routinely recommends actions to resolve discrepancies if and when present and is a natural ‘investigator’. This wouldn’t be possible weren’t it for her attention to detail which we of course deem to be a great asset at On Site Malta.

Her can-do attitude makes working with her a pleasure. She may be the one of the youngest in the team – but she sure knows how to rise up to the challenge.

Languages spoken: English, Maltese 

Julian Pillow

Operations Manager

The life of the party. That’s the first thing that comes to mind when you meet Julian. Whether he’s in a meeting or in the office, he is always going at full speed. Julian’s sense of humour and personality are one of a kind, and the On Site Malta team knows how to put that to good use in order to relax the mood while on an event set.

An avid lover of Malta with 8 years of operations and event planning experience under his belt, Julian performs magic on clients’ budget and has successfully overcome many challenges and always delivered. Julian is the one who “gets the show on the road”.

Languages spoken: English, Italian, Maltese

Peter Donath

Historian & In-House Guide

An inexhaustible knowlege generator and a key contributor to the creation of memorable Malta, but life in general – try engaging him in a conversation and you’ll see!).

What makes him so unique is that he is fun and able to connect with every single person in the group. Malta holds no secrets from him as he has left no stone unturned or question unasked. Watch him respond to any question posed to him by one of guests and see him turn it into an exciting and engaging story – tapping into the essence of Malta and it’s history and culture every time. Peter never ceases to amaze.

Languages spoken: English, Dutch, German, French

Cindy Touroul

Project Manager

With years of extensive experience in the incentives map…that is. We are lucky to see her regularly for our company update meetings in Malta and love the fact that the world has become so small as to allow this to be possible.

Languages spoken: English, French