Founder & Designer – General Manager

Sarah

As a Bachelor of Education graduate of Sydney University and with a rapid climb up the education ladder behind her, developing a range of must have nappy bags was not on top of Sarah’s bucket list! However a surprise twin pregnancy in 2005, a timely gap in the market and an ensuing entrepreneurial seizure, resulted in the birth of VANCHI. Sarah’s intuition paid off with her launch of a distinctive designer nappy bag range in 2006. Armed with a keen eye for fashion, Sarah keeps Mums on trend by releasing seasonal ranges and updates for mums who refuse to compromise. Sarah’s role as VANCHI General Manager keeps her industrious, as does creating quality memories with her four boys and husband John. Sarah enjoys the fruits of her labour, when she catches a glimpse of a VANCHI signature dummy charm swinging from the nappy bag of its proud new owner.

PA to the General Manager

Jess

After studying Hospitality Management at Williams Business College, North Sydney, Jess worked in various administrative hotel roles over several years. Marriage in 2008 led to a career change, with an exciting opportunity at the local radio station where Jess further diversified her skills. Jess comes to VANCHI after the birth of her first child, excited by the prospect of combining her love of motherhood and handbags! As PA to the General Manager, Jess enjoys the variety and challenge of keeping Sarah and the team organised, scheduled, and on task while maintaining a sense of innovation and fun!

Special Projects

Tammy

Educated at University of New England receiving a Bachelor of Science, Tammy’s organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to multitask make her an invaluable asset to VANCHI as Special Projects Manager. Tammy’s first nappy bag was received as a gift more than a decade ago – a hideous turquoise polyester bag. A self-confessed handbag lover Tammy is forever grateful to VANCHI for the growth of her gorgeous nappy bag collection – she is usually first in line to try out potential VANCHI designs and can often be heard saying “Why stop at one?” When Tammy is not working at VANCHI, she is a regular volunteer in the nocturnal house at Taronga Zoo, she enjoys spending time with her husband, children and pets as well as sneaking moments to herself in a hammock with a good book.

Sales & Human Resources

Carolyn

Prior to joining VANCHI Carolyn has had experience in sales, sales recruitment, PR and staff training. Carolyn was educated at University of Wollongong and completed a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in accounting and finance. She spent several years working in PR and conducting training for a non-profit organisation, before unexpectedly landing in a sales recruitment role. After a successful time in this cutthroat field, Carolyn took time off to raise a young family. On joining VANCHI Carolyn has returned to the workforce to manage their Sales team, assist in recruitment and manage customers throughout the Illawarra region.

Sales

Victoria Agent – Krista

Krista comes to VANCHI with ten years of customer-service experience from her career as a First and Business Class flight attendant with Qantas. Having travelled the world for the past decade, Krista is bilingual speaking advanced Japanese as well as English. She has been exposed to, and enjoys being surrounded by beautiful products and beautiful things – which is what first drew her to the sales position at VANCHI. Krista is mum to 7 month old Harrison and loves everything motherhood has on offer. A perfect day for Krista involves a walk along the beach, a stroll thru a beautiful park, a coffee at a cafe and quality time with her family. Krista is excited by and looking forward to the challenges ahead working with VANCHI to service the state of Victoria.

Queensland Agents – Andrew & Dee

Andrew moved to Brisbane in 2003 to start Moora Park Agencies, after 12 years of service with Childcare Nursery Products in Victoria. With a background in legal administration and retail Dee joined the business in 2007. With over 20 years of nursery industry experience, Andrew has built an excellent reputation for his extensive knowledge of product ranges, product safety and service to retailers throughout Australia. Moora Park Agencies now represents a number of smaller companies including VANCHI distributing high quality products to nursery stores throughout Queensland, Northern Territory and Northern New South Wales.

Western Australia Agent – Natalie

Born in Melbourne then moving to Perth at the age of 2, Natalie has long ago earned her stripes as a Western Australian. Natalie comes with a long history and knowledge of Retail/Customer Service spanning almost 20 years. This wealth of experience has been paramount to her successful agency where she has that opportunity to promote several fantastic nursery and children’s ranges including VANCHI throughout WA. When not working, Natalie enjoys spending quality family time with her husband and their two beautiful boys.

South Australia Agent – Debbie

Debbie knows and loves the people and places of South Australia. She was born and raised here and has seen many baby trends and brands come and go over the years. Debbie has raised 4 children of her own and now delights, as they have become parents to her 4.5 beautiful grandchildren. VANCHI is a brand that she loves to work with. Following on from her days as a baby store owner, Debbie just couldn’t leave VANCHI behind and now joins the sales team as the agent for South Australia.