About PHAN

PHAN is a non profit incorporated Association of Professional Housekeepers throughout the NSW region. PHAN was formed in 2005 by a group of Sydney Executive Housekeepers who wanted to encourage ambition and to inspire, train and mentor current employees for the future of the profession of Housekeeping Management.

PHAN is dedicated to share knowledge and continue Housekeeping Managers professional development throughout their careers as well as to actively assist and encourage those under their direction to advance their knowledge and experience.

As at end of 2009 PHAN has 84 paid up members. PHAN Memberships will be up for renewal from 1st April 2010. The first event in 2010 will be the AGM on March 17th at Star City. PHAN members will be invited to vote for “Supplier of the Year” in February and the award will be presented at the AGM. We will also vote for a new committee at the AGM. Other upcoming events in 2010 also include the much anticipated 2nd PHAN Housekeeping Olympics to be held on Saturday 26th June.

Welcome from the President of PHAN, Lalini de Silva,
Executive Housekeeper of Star City, Sydney

Welcome to a new year for the Professional Housekeepers Association of NSW. After much change and progress last year, I am sure that PHAN will continue to serve as an innovative organisation that will be at the forefront of hospitality. To realise our full potential, this year we will be focusing on increasing membership, as well as increasing participation from our existing members.

As always, we welcome suggestions and sharing of information within the organisation. Workshops and educational tours will be held frequently, with full details being emailed to you well in advance. Our website (www.phan.org.au) will also be regularly updated, with industry preferred suppliers and a forum to comment on any developments.

Given the current economic climate, participation in our association will be vital to communicate ideas and ensure that all members benefit from more efficient methods of management.

With this in mind, I am positive that PHAN will be an example for the hospitality industry of how a department can actively work together in these uncertain times.

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