Real Estate Investor Magazine South Africa November 2015 | Page 26

MY STORY

Lisa
Bathurst
An international calling
BY JESSICA GLIDDON

L

isa Bathurst (34) grew up in a small town in
Lancashire, England. When she was 18 she
left behind the quiet life in Northern England
and moved to London to pursue a modelling career.
Six months later, Lisa was offered a contract in Japan,
setting her on the path to an international lifestyle.
Whilst living in Japan, Lisa developed a passion for
travel, with her work taking her to exotic locales such
as Singapore, Hong Kong and Paris. Her career taught
her entrepreneurial skills, giving her valuable knowledge that would help her grow her businesses in the
future. She managed her own contracts, learned about
commissions, exchange rates, international banking
and internationa