Q&A with Casey Rotary Club President Ben Plunkett

Ben recently became the new President of the Rotary Club of Casey. Picture: SUPPLIED

Tell us a fun fact about yourself!

I have performed (sang) on stage to a packed Federation Square.

What do you love the most about your job?

I love helping others achieve more. By sharing their story and creating emotional connection it makes magic happen.

If you were an animal, what animal would you be?

I would be an owl. I’m detail-oriented, enjoy learning and good at problem-solving.

What would your last meal be?

You can’t beat a home cooked meal. Roast meat & veg – crispy crackle and potatoes!

What was your most memorable moment?

Recently seeing Ricky Gervais live in Vienna, Austria.

What were you like as a kid?

I was a quiet achiever. Anxiety stopped me from doing a lot – I’m glad that I’ve learnt to manage that now and I encourage everyone to get outside their comfort zones.

What event, past or present, would you like to witness?

I would’ve loved to be in London for the coronation of King Charles III. It would’ve been an exciting time in London, one of my favourite places.

Which six dinner guests, dead or alive, would you invite to dinner?

Ricky Gervais, Peter McKinnon (Filmmaker/YouTuber), Ryan Tedder (OneRepublic), Barack Obama, Martin Luther King Jr., Rotary International President Gordon McInally.

What are you currently listening to/watching or reading?

I’ve recently finished watching Ozark – incredible show.

What three words would your friends use to describe you?

Ambitious, honest and kind.

Where is your happy place?

In the mountains listening to a waterfall and surrounding nature.

If you had to compete on MasterChef, what dish would you cook?

I would cook a delicious, perfectly put together, burger & chips.

Where is your dream holiday destination?

Watching and capturing the Northern Lights in Norway.