Pulse Legacy Archive January / February 2013 | Page 65

WHAT’S ON YOUR DESK? If a man’s home is his castle, then what’s his work space? For some of us, it’s organized chaos—piles of paperwork, tons of sample products, corkboards painted with colored Post-its, the list goes on. And then there are those whose cubicles are serene sanctuaries, devoid of clutter, except perhaps for an indispensable Mac, favorite spa book and a calming candle. 9 8 7 10 6 13 12 5 15 16 4 14 3 2 11 17 1 THE DESK OF: RICK DUARTE 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. GENERAL MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF SPA OPERATIONS • SUNDARA INN & SPA Paperwork—working on Sundara Inn & Spa’s 2013 budget. Adding machine. It has been getting quite the “workout” this budget season. iPhone—took me awhile to give up my BlackBerry. My mophie juice pack powerstation—charges my iPhone and iPad. SiriusXM Satellite Radio. In the Midwest region, you’ll need it to keep track of weather news on tornados and blizzards. FINS UP! Every Parrothead will understand. “Save the Date” invitation for my “baby girl’s” wedding in July. Words I live by: “Everything Happens for a Reason.” 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. Sundara Inn & Spa featured on the cover of Minnesota Monthly. My personal computer with wallpaper of the Duarte family. Key West Margaritaville mousepad reminding me, “It’s five o’clock somewhere!” My favorite “I Love My CPA” coffee cup. Tabletop and functional décor—an all-in-one pen holder, family photo frame and a mini clock. My iPad. Sundara Inn & Spa candle—just in case the lights go out during a storm. Newly added products (e.g. Amala, Inc.) in the spa. Spa industry research for 2013 budget preparation. ■ However you define your work space, we’d love for you to show us! Snap a photo, send to [email protected], and let us take a peek. January/February 2013 ■ PULSE 63