Meet the team
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Bangon Khaikratok (On) Business Owner & Lindsay Sales Hon. Director
On & Lindsay are the foundation of this program. Their support has allowed the initiative to develop and take place, providing the facilities and opportunities to bring the program to fruition. On and Lindsay have also brought this team together through their marriage, with On's son Art and his wife Sumalee and Elysha who initiated the Samrit Residency being Lindsay's daughter. As a family we hope to build & develop this program, contributing back to the Sam Rit community where our friends and relatives live. |
Artistic Director - Suma Lee Sales
Suma Lee (Goong) is the Residency Artistic Director and program manager with over 10 years experience in Japan complementing her knowledge, skills and talent initiated through her degree in fine arts majoring in Thai Culture, Traditional Dance, performance, costume and music. She is connected with the village school and local high schools involving their Art Faculties and teachers.
Artistic Director - Suma Lee Sales
Suma Lee (Goong) is the Residency Artistic Director and program manager with over 10 years experience in Japan complementing her knowledge, skills and talent initiated through her degree in fine arts majoring in Thai Culture, Traditional Dance, performance, costume and music. She is connected with the village school and local high schools involving their Art Faculties and teachers.
The Residency is supported by Isara (Art) who assists the program providing help with residents during their stay. Art is a great host, translator, 'fixer', tour guide, driver and all round good person. He is an active member of the team and always good to have around. He employs teams involved in the communications sector for his company calle; Stellar Link.
Elysha Rei - Technical Consultant
Elysha initiated Sam Rit Residency using her knowledge skills and practice as a Fine Arts Graduate and MBA. She saw the potential to use facilities designed as a weigh station for rice farmers to be transformed into a major all weather art space, studio, accommodation and communal areas. She linked the village community into the programme ensuring household, school, Mayoral, political and Government support. which continues to grow.
Elysha Reihttp://www.elysharei.com
