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MANAGEMENT

The people steering the vision, culture, and standards behind every Sticky Rice Travel experience.

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Charles Ryan

Director
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Jessica Yew

Director
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Grace Chan

General Manager

SALES

Your first point of contact; listening, advising, and tailoring trips that truly fit how you travel.

Maria Shablyuk

Sales Manager

Alvira Chong

Lead Manager

Hannah Nikina Richard

Sales Team Leader

SALES

Your first point of contact; listening, advising, and tailoring trips that truly fit how you travel.

Herdawati Indrawan

Senior Travel Designer

Allison Dawn A Kanor

Travel Designer

Nur Syafarina Bt Rosnawi

Travel Designer

SALES

Your first point of contact; listening, advising, and tailoring trips that truly fit how you travel.

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Yuliya Singatulova

Travel Designer
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Evan Kumar

Travel Designer
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Azira Sallihi

Travel Designer

OPERATIONS

The team behind the scenes making sure every journey runs smoothly and seamlessly.

Aminah Faheeza Bashier

Operations Team Leader

Azreil Martin

Fleet Manager

 

Evy Juakim

Operations Coordinator

Jariah Aring

Operations Coordinator

OPERATIONS

The team behind the scenes making sure every journey runs smoothly and seamlessly.

Emmeline Fettrina Doimis

Operations Coordinator

Siti Nursafierra Jafrin

Operations Coordinator

Jaine Ramly

Operations Coordinator

DRIVER

Our trusted drivers who know the roads, the rhythms, and the little details that make the ride matter.

Patric Henry

Driver

Rojaydee Rodzelee

Driver

Jeffery Gilimon

Driver

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ACCOUNTS

Bringing order and consistency behind the scenes, allowing great travel experiences to happen.

Birtha Sylvester

Account Manager
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Alicia
Tham

Accounts Operations Manager

John Alexier Melon

Accounts Payable Lead

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ACCOUNTS

Bringing order and consistency behind the scenes, allowing great travel experiences to happen.

Melorisley Banus

Accounts & Admin Executive
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Natalie Chia

Accounts Payable Executive

PEOPLE & CULTURE

Keeping everything organised, clear, and moving forward so the rest of the team can focus on you.

Jessica Lee

Office Administrator

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PRODUCTS

Bringing order and consistency behind the scenes, allowing great travel experiences to happen.

Isabelle Yapp

Product & Experience Manager

Darrel Leon Lai

Contract Coordinator

COMMUNICATIONS

Keeping everything organised, clear, and moving forward so the rest of the team can focus on you.

Jeo Nasir

Communications Catalyst

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Sticky Rice Travel
3rd Floor, 86, Jalan Gaya
88000 Kota Kinabalu
Sabah, Malaysia

+(60) 88 706 737 (Office)

+(60) 10 952 9005
info@stickyricetravel.com

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Sticky Rice Travel
3rd Floor, 86, Jalan Gaya
88000 Kota Kinabalu
Sabah, Malaysia

+(60) 88 706 737 (Office)

+(60) 10 952 9005
info@stickyricetravel.com

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CHARLES
RYAN

Director

In 2008, Charlie Ryan moved from the States to Borneo, where he began working on community conservation projects. Three years later, he and Jessica founded Sticky Rice Travel, recognising a niche for high-quality, tailor-made wildlife trips.

A professional photographer, Charlie captures the essence of Borneo’s wildlife, with the elusive clouded leopard and its feline companions holding a special place in his heart. His work has been featured in National Geographic, BBC, and Netflix.

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JESSICA
YEW

Director

Jessica’s journey started with a search for something more. Leaving the corporate world behind, she embarked on a detour that took her backpacking across Europe and Asia. She spent several years as a rock-climbing assistant in Vietnam before finally making her way back home to Kota Kinabalu, where she quickly became a Divemaster.

Today, Jessica has found a powerful balance between her love for the outdoors and her work at Sticky Rice Travel. When she’s not leading her team, she’s out guiding for National Geographic Adventures in Indochina. What truly excites her about travel is the profound connection with people and cultures, a shared humanity that spans across worlds.

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GRACE
CHAN

General Manager

Grace began her career in advertising but found her true calling in travel, where creating meaningful experiences felt far more personal and impactful. She believes travel is about transformation for both people and the planet, and that connection lies at the heart of every journey.

Outside work she loves cooking from scratch, swimming, long walks, and traveling with Tupac, her pug and Sticky Rice’s unofficial Chief Therapy Officer. For Grace, the most memorable souvenirs are moments such as walking in solitude in Patagonia or flying past the Himalayas.

MARIA
SHABLYUK

Sales Manager

Russian-born and Malaysian-rooted, Maria channels her love for music through dance and weekend DJ-ing. After a decade in Malaysia, she’s driven by a passion for destinations and communities to flourish sustainably. Though she dreams of Sorento lemon trees and Russian delights, her heart remains grounded in people and place.

ALVIRA
CHONG

Lead Manager

With a cheerful “Good Morning!” Vera’s focus is always on others.You can find her giving the best Big Sister advice over a cold coffee or late lunch. A true creative, she also has a hand-sculpture business she started during the pandemic. What drives Vera most is her belief in connection with people, nature, and community.

HANNAH
NIKINA
RICHARD

Sales Team Leader

Setting the office vibes every morning, Hannah curates the soundtracks for the team, fueled by great coffee. She’s a quiet study in contrasts: an enthusiastic new birdwatcher who unwinds with murder mysteries. As resilient as Gunung Mulu, she loves finding Borneo’s quiet, feathered surprises.

HERDAWATI
INDRAWAN

Senior Travel Designer

Drawn to our community and creative spirit, Herda excels at crafting unforgettable trip. She believes in kindness and connection, using her days-off enjoying beach walks and coffee to unwind. Secretly, she’s a dancefloor diva who dreams of exploring Sulawesi and Bora-Bora.

ALLISON
DAWN
A KANOR

Travel Designer

Off the clock, you’ll find Dawn curled up with her pups, deep into a K-drama marathon, or happily lost in a good book. This lighthearted spirit is the same one she brings to the office, where her calm and steady presence keeps the team grounded. She finds joy in quiet moments and believes in the perfect trifecta of community, culture, and conservation.

NUR
SYAFARINA
BT ROSNAWI

Travel Designer

Syafarina is a homebody and music lover, but karaoke reveals a lively side. She enjoys slow mornings, cosy romance films, and webtoons. Her first solo trip to Penang sparked confidence and independence. Drawn to travel, nature, and making a positive impact, she finds joy in exploring while staying authentic.

AMINAH
FAHEEZA
BASHIER

Operations Team Leader

Mina uses her years on the road to seamlessly combine work and her passion for exploring Sabah and Sarawak. Introducing visitors to Borneo’s heritage, she’s often humming a playlist while planning her next meaningful adventure, always one step ahead of local happenings to enrich the experience

AZREIL
MARTIN

Fleet Manager

Hailing from Kiau Village, guide and driver Azreil first climbed Kinabalu at only age twelve. Today, Azreil appreciates the quiet moments, tending his golden pineapple gardens back home. Despite his calm nature, he’s already up by 7 AM on days off with coffee and TikTok already going.

EVY
JUAKIM

Operation Coordinator

Evy is the creative force on the team and has a knack for being unintentionally hilarious. You’ll often spot her bundled up in warm layers, but she always brings a bright and imaginative energy to the office, sometimes even sharing fresh fruits as a thoughtful treat for everyone. When it comes to creative projects, she’s your best bet.

JARIAH
ARING

Operations Coordinator

As she would describe herself, Jariah is an extroverted introvert, thoughtful and focused, turning small details into memorable moments. She starts her days slow with coffee and moves through challenges with grace. For her, Borneo blends nature, culture, and magic, reflecting the passion she brings to her work.

EMMELINE
FETTRINA
DOIMIS

Operations Coordinator

Emmeline moves to her own rhythm, tackling chaos with a slow sip of Milo and a good K-Drama. Always going the extra mile with quiet efficiency, her gentle humour and thoughtful gestures make her a quietly delightful and surprising presence.

SITI
NURSAFIERRA
JAFRIN/ JEFFRIN

Operations Coordinator

Fierra finds joy in the peaceful, everyday moments and the small wins that make a big difference. Don’t let her quiet composure fool you. She keeps everything running smoothly and somehow still delivers the perfect witty comment when you least expect it. When she’s not running the show, she’s likely unwinding with a new anime series or taking a weekend hike to clear her head.

PATRIC
HENRY

Driver

A deep-seated fascination with the Bornean Pygmy Elephant’s behavior led Patric to a life-changing decision: leaving the car dealership industry to find his purpose in tourism. He now spends his days as a passenger driver, immersed in the very natural world that captivated him as a child. To unwind, Patric turns to the simple pleasures of fishing, caring for his ornamental pet fish, and finding a peaceful spot by a river in the heart of the jungle.”

ROJAYDEE
RODZELEE

Driver

Jay finds joy transporting guests across Sabah’s beauty, always prioritizing safety. He is the ultimate local food insider, adding a culinary layer to every journey. When it comes to his favourite destinations, ask him about Danum Valley, Kinabalu, or the Semporna islands!

JEFFERY
GILIMON

Driver

After over 20 years as a certified tourist guide, Jeffery Gilimon now drives for Sticky Rice, bringing his deep knowledge and love for Sabah to every journey. What began as a job in 1997 became a lifelong passion for sharing his home’s unique wildlife and culture. As you travel with Jeffery, you’ll experience a guide who knows the roads and cherishes the destination.

BIRTHA
SYLVESTER

Accounts Reporting Manager & HR Admin

Birtha keeps things balanced, dependable with a tight spreadsheet, but also the one for spa tips and laughter. A calm leader who brings people together, she embraces growth in every outcome. Most importantly, she looks out for her team, always checking in to ensure they’re supported.

JOHN
ALEXIER
MELON

Accounts Receivables Executive

John’s world blends adventure and melody. From creating culinary masterpieces to singing in his church choir, he embraces exploration. After a trip to Turkey, he dreams of Sabah’s natural wonders, from Tanjung Aru and the Tip of Borneo to Mount Kinabalu and Bohey Dulang Island.

MELORISLEY
BANUS

Accounts & Admin Executive

Mello’s always one of the early birds in the office, but her day is already in full swing long before that. You can often find her spending her free time making vlogs of her small adventures, whether she’s cafe hopping right here in Kota Kinabalu or working on her small online thrift shop. A passion for stories drives her creative pursuits, a love reflected in both her favorite K-dramas and her carefully curated projects.

JESSICA
LEE

Office Administrator

If you’re ever looking for a quick snack, just stop by Jessi’s desk for chocolate or noodles. She quietly steps in wherever she’s needed, from handling daily office tasks to unexpectedly becoming the go-to bidet repair expert. Her perfect day is simple: a quiet beach with her family, with no plans at all. For Jessi, travel is a chance to give back, exploring the world while appreciating the beauty already here.

ISABELLE
YAP

Product & Experience Manager

An advocate for nature and fitness, Isabelle loves days that begin with breakfast with friends, include a splash in the river, and end with family dinners. Her adventurous spirit shines through stories like climbing the Mulu Pinnacles, where every tear on the way down became part of a journey worth laughing about.

DARREL
LEON
LAI

Contract Coordinator

As the office’s unofficial mascot, Darrel is quirky, helpful, and quick to brighten the day with humor (and the occasional leftover snack find). He’s also a steady hand in contracting, keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. Rooted in Borneo, he’s drawn to travel, culture, and nature, finding joy in connections and in helping others slow down.

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JEOFFRY
NASIR

Communications Catalyst

Jeo can juggle cats, coffee, and client care all before lunch, often wrapped in a warm blanket with a cup in hand. His calm curiosity makes him a natural multitasker, always eager to learn. A true lunch buddy, he is calm under pressure and always ready to help or unwind with a hot cup and an online magazine.

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