Sanna’s journey to becoming a hotel manager began like a twist of fate. “It was during our team’s planning day here when I suddenly said to a colleague in the lobby, ‘Wow, this is such an amazing place. If they offered me a job right now, I’d stay immediately,’” Sanna recalls.About a year later, the hotel manager position opened up, and Sanna knew she had to seize the opportunity. “I told my husband, ‘I have to apply. I still feel like I belong here,’” she says. Her desire to lead and develop Bomba had only grown stronger. Her application was successful, and soon she was moving from Oulu to Nurmes. Sanna started her new role as Hotel Manager of Break Sokos Hotel Bomba in March 2020, and her family followed after the school year ended.An unexpectedly exceptional spring brought new challenges for the freshly appointed manager: “Just a few weeks after I started, we had to close the hotel.” It reopened for the summer season, and during that time, Sanna became familiar with every aspect of hotel operations—from housekeeping to assisting in the restaurant. This hands-on experience deepened her understanding of Bomba’s functions and contributed to the hotel’s success.Today, the hotel is thriving, and development shows no signs of slowing down. The entire staff is enthusiastic and committed to improving services. The current success is just the beginning, as a major expansion project is underway, set to be completed by Midsummer 2024. “With the expansion, we’ll be able to offer even more diverse services and increase our accommodation capacity,” Sanna says excitedly.The new hotel wing is carefully designed to meet guests’ needs and expectations, strengthening Bomba’s position as the leading accommodation and conference destination in the region. Sanna sees the expansion as a key step in the hotel’s long-term development and vision to make Break Sokos Hotel Bomba a place where every visit leaves a lasting impression. “I’m thrilled to be part of this journey—it’s a rare opportunity in our field,” she says, visibly moved.Sanna’s career story is a testament to how passion, chance, and determination can lead to a dream job. “Life in Nurmes is truly worth living,” she says with a smile, warmly encouraging others to consider moving to Nurmes. Her experience speaks for itself—sometimes the best decision is to follow your heart.Published in November 2023AI supported translation
