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The Holiday Site Manager

 Name: Barry Thompson

Job Title: Holiday Site Manager

Age: 50

Company: The Camping and Caravanning Club

How many years have you been working in the outdoor industry? 7 Years

Summary of career path to date: Started as a Holiday site assistant, now progressed to a holiday site manager

Why did you choose to work for a holiday club in the outdoor industry? Following on from a serious accident made me re evaluate my life style

What’s the most rewarding part about your job? Customer satisfaction

What’s the toughest part about your job? The long hours

Which, if any, outdoor activities do you personally enjoy? Walking

What advice would you give to someone looking for a career as a holiday site manager for a club in the outdoor industry? Go for it, I have never regretted my decision to take this career path.