Khalil grew up the youngest of six siblings in a close-knit family that valued love, communication, and always showing up for one another. Always a team player growing up, Khalil was active in band (playing trumpet) and sports including football, soccer, and basketball. His football coach in particular played a defining role during this period, teaching him discipline, punctuality, and pride in both academics and attitude—lessons that stuck well beyond the field.

His first passion was in the kitchen, cooking breakfast, especially pancakes and waffles alongside his parents had him considering a culinary career route. That early love for food instilled patience and the belief from his father that “whatever you cook, heat it up slowly.” However, after high school, Khalil went straight into the workforce, joining the electrical union and spending seven years in construction, where he thrived on the curiosity it inspired and the camaraderie.

However, the time came when Khalil wanted a change in his work environment, which brought him to Your 3rd Spot as a technician. It was Khalil’s first job in hospitality, but his team first mentality, natural empathy, consistency, and “make the most of it” attitude have allowed him to thrive in the Y3S culture. 

Guided by mentors like Jerry, the director of SAFETY, GAMING + FACILITIES, who taught him the value of detail and doing things the right way, Khalil has put his mark on training in the department, the inventory program, and is well known for his thoughtful peer recognitions. Khalil is always Khalil, adaptable, curious, and optimistic. Khalil has grown from Technician, to LEAD, and now the first ever Senior LEAD in the facilities department. 

Outside of work, you’ll find Khalil in the gym or spending time helping his parents—staying grounded in the values that have shaped him from the start.

His journey continues… 

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