Meet the Chamber team Aya Nouwailati Business Adminstrator

How long have you worked for the Chamber? 17 months.

What do you do? Describe a ‘typical’ day.

My day always starts with a coffee made by my husband. I am an administrator, so tackling emails, answering queries and reaching out to our members is always a priority. I create content for our social media and email newsletters that go out weekly. I assist my COO Sally Smith with our events. I enjoy running the networking events as it allows me to meet new people and chat face-to-face with our members. There is never a ‘typical day’ as there is always something new going on and we are constantly active.

Career path so far?

My career has mainly been in the sales and marketing sector. My first job was sales assistant and photographer for a photo operations team in London’s biggest attractions. I have come a long way since and every experience I have had has come in handy for my current position.

What has been your proudest moment?

So much time is dedicated to the events we run, so whenever an event is completed and successful, that is a very proud moment. When I see a business flourish because of the services and connections we provide, that is also a proud moment for me.

Do you have a favourite event?

The West London Festival of Business is personally my favourite to organise. It is very time-consuming and can be stressful at times, but I absolutely love seeing the stand-holders in action promoting their businesses. Earlier this year, we had a footfall of 450 visitors at the exhibition, which was a great success! We have our next one running in March 2025.

When you are away from the office, what you do enjoy doing?

I am an artist, so whenever I have free time, I will be working on my art. I am a pyro and stippling artist; my work is centred around our natural world and wildlife. My business is called White Deer Creations. I sell online and I do market stalls seasonally and every piece I sell, 10 per cent will go to selected wildlife rescue and protection organisations. In September, I entered the Landmark’s Art Centre’s Park Art Competition. My submitted piece was shortlisted, won runner-up for the ‘People’s Choice Award’, and was sold!

Tell us something people may not know about you.

I am an art teacher! On Monday afternoons and weekends, I am a teacher for Cygnets Arts Club in Twickenham and Teddington branches. It is something I am quite proud of and really enjoying doing. It is a pleasure seeing my students learn and develop their technical skills and help achieve their best work.

The West London Festival of Business is personally my favourite to organise. It is very time-consuming and can be stressful at times, but I absolutely love seeing the stand-holders in action promoting their businesses. Earlier this year, we had a footfall of 400 visitors at the exhibit, which was a great success! We have our next one running in March 2025.