Introducing Golnaz Tahayori

Golnaz is a recent graduate of the University of Technology (UTS), Sydney, studying her Masters in Information Technology (IT). With a background in Software Engineering, she moved to Australia 4 years ago from Iran. She liked it so much she decided to stay.

Since being in Sydney, she has worked for McKinsey & Company and has done academic work at UTS as a Research Assistant/Teaching Assistant. Golnaz’s professional overseas experience includes programming as well as some consulting work for leading companies in Iran.

Golnaz enjoys watching movies and hanging out with friends in her free time. She likes to travel and explore new places and learn and experience different cultures.

Golnaz joins C Smart as an Associate Analyst.

HP Masterchef

HP is conducting its own Masterchef competition. It is really just a ploy to have people supply food for its fortnightly "Under the Clock" meetings. After much coercion, Wendy agreed to represent the Testing team, and Charles, the C Smart team. The secret ingredient was strawberries. Wendy prepared a white chocolate cheesecake, and it looked as good as it tasted. Charles baked a Strawberry Coffee cake. It may not look pretty, but it was yummy. Sadly, neither won. They lost to Ken Jones' Strawberry Sponge cake. The upside though is neither will need to cook again for the succeeding rounds. C Smart Masterchef competition, anyone?

Introducing Ishtar Shi

I graduated from Monash University with a masters degree in Business Information Systems. My interest in IT did not develop until I started my university study. During my six-year study in IT, I eventually took my first step onto this beautiful world and will explore more and find my own path.

I enjoy watching films, listening to rock music, reading sci-fi/fantasy, history and psychology books. Also I am a huge anime fan. Practicing Karate-do is my favourite way of maintaining fitness. Travelling to new places, experiencing different cultures and communicating with people of different backgrounds always make me happy.

C Smart International Launch Functions

It is time to say goodbye to Card Smart Consulting, and welcome C Smart International. The official launch of C Smart International was held on Thursday, 19th May 2011, with simultaneous functions held at the Cruise Bar in Sydney, and the Aquarium in Melbourne.

There were more than 250 clients and guests, divided between the 2 cities, who joined us in celebrating the evolution and achievement of C Smart International.



The directors, Paul Lemaire in Melbourne and Matt Holani in Sydney, spoke about the company's future direction, which will not only focus on Cards and Payments, but also on Core Banking, Transaction Switching, Consulting, and Online Banking. This reflects the services that we are currently providing the global financial services industry.



We have received very positive feedbacks from our clients. The celebrations lasted well into the night, and fun was had by all.

Doreen and Eric, Engaged

C Smart International is pleased to announce the engagement of their favorite employee, Doreen Cheng to Eric Wai. Doreen works as a business analyst currently assigned to St. George Bank, and Eric works as a stockbroker for a prestigious firm.

A spring wedding is planned for later in the year. Best wishes to you both.

Whitewater Christmas

C Smart International staff went whitewater rafting at the Penrith Stadium to celebrate the Christmas season. Their paddling and swimming skills were put to the test as shown by these clips shot by Techie. Listen carefully to the expert commentary provided by Techie, Sharnie and Jeff.

Everyone enjoyed a delicious barbeque afterwards. As a surprise, the directors presented all staff with an Apple IPAD as Christmas gift. It was a very generous gift, and we would like to thank all the bosses.

Luke Woojin Kaihau Holani

After a long decision making process, proud parents Anna and Matt have come up with a “kule” name for their baby and newest member of the Card Smart family. Luke was born on Sept. 26 at 3:04 am. He weighed 3.9 kilograms and was 53 centimeters long. Anna and Matt would like to thank everyone for their gifts and well wishes.