Liam was born and raised in the City of Sunderland, in England, which has a rich history of shipbuilding and maritime. This led Liam to go to sea at a young age, completing an Engineering Cadetship. Once he qualified as an Engineering Officer, he has sailed commercially on board Cruise Ships and Research Vessels before transitioning into yachting several years ago. Since this transition, he has not looked back and cruised extensively across the globe gaining experience and climbing the ranks. When not playing sports, Liam enjoys reading fiction and listening to music. He also enjoys playing the guitar, globe trekking, and keeping up to date with current affairs.

Anastasiia is an experienced hospitality professional with over eleven years in the industry. Her journey began as a waitress in her hometown, Dnipro, Ukraine. Throughout her career, Anastasiia has visited 46 countries, with many trips taken outside of work. She has immersed herself in diverse cultures, learned new languages, and embraced unique traditions. These enriching experiences have broadened her perspective, enabling her to connect with people from all walks of life, listen to their captivating stories, and form meaningful connections. Having recently joined the APOGEE team, Anastasiia is eager to create unforgettable experiences for guests aboard the vessel. With a warm smile and a passion for hospitality, she is committed to ensuring that each traveller feels valued and cherished, transforming their holiday into a truly memorable adventure.

Marcus began his maritime career in 2009, originally working as a charter skipper on 50ft sailing vessels on the South coast of England. Attracted by the lure of the wider ocean, he decided to make yachting his long-term career. After moving into the superyacht industry, he progressed through the ranks on a variety of sailing vessels and motor yachts, gaining his Master's license in 2020. Marcus loves tackling the varied challenges of this unique industry and strives to ensure the very best of guest experiences. In his leisure time, he enjoys anything to do with the ocean, particularly scuba diving and kiteboarding. His other hobbies include hiking, mountaineering, cinematography, film, and literature.

Keagan’s passion for the ocean started from a young age, where he grew up surfing, fishing, and wakeboarding on the coast of Durban. This cemented a strong love for the ocean and water sports. Keagan spent 3 years studying a marketing degree in the beautiful wine region of Stellenbosch in Cape Town, SA. Upon completing his degree, he secured a job in marketing for 2 years, but the call of the ocean was too strong and led him to Italy, where he began his career in yachting. Keagan is full of fun and an active team player; he is looking forward to entertaining guests on the water!

Cuauhtli crew up in Mexico City, a vibrant place full of colour and rich flavours. His passion for food comes from his rich Mexican Heritage, learnt from his family, high-end local restaurants and studying his discipline. He says, “For me, it’s not just food, it’s a way to express a form of art and care for people.” Cuauhtli plays a crucial role in providing Head Chef Monse with both the culinary assistance and his own creative flair that combine to make him indispensable to this team. To his skill, knowledge and experience, he adds his imagination and intuition with food. Together, they elevate the dishes and culinary experience for everyone on board. This passion extends to cooking and exploring dishes in his own time. But when not behind a stove, he likes to spend time with his family, being active, or listening to music.

Carrick grew up in the UK with a natural curiosity for how things work, which led him to train in both aircraft and marine engineering. Before starting in yachting in 2009, he served in the Royal Air Force, where he developed a strong background in electrical and electronic systems. Now a seasoned Chief Engineer and ETO with over a decade of yachting experience, Carrick brings a calm and meticulous approach to his work. Known for his hands-on involvement in engine overhauls, refits, and compliance procedures, he’s a reliable and collaborative member of the engineering team. With over a decade on board some of the industry’s top motor yachts, guests and crew alike can count on Carrick for smooth operations and a reliable, can-do attitude. Off duty, he enjoys keeping active and never says no to swapping a good sea story.

John’s interest in the sea started on the shores of New England. At the age of seventeen, he was enlisted in the US Navy and completed four years on the USS AMERICA (aircraft carrier) working on the flight deck. While in the Navy, he spent time in Mallorca, Spain, where he next set his sights. In Mallorca, he was the owner-operator of a bar/restaurant while participating in sailing regattas. After five years of fabulous island living, he closed the establishment and signed on as crew for an Atlantic crossing on a ninety-foot motor-sail yacht. This experience fueled his desire to make yachting a career. He now has over twenty-five years of full-time yachting experience and is the consummate host to each and every guest aboard Motor Yacht APOGEE.

Luke was born in the UK but moved to Portugal at a young age. He spent his youth traveling up and down the Portuguese coast, surfing and working on the beach in the summer. This fuelled Luke’s passion for travel and the ocean, which led him to pursue a career in yachting almost ten years ago. After working on various sizes of motor yachts, Luke is happy to find himself on board Motor Yacht APOGEE and looks forward to making your time on board as fun and safe as possible. Outside of work, you can find Luke at the beach surfing or going on long hikes.

Rommel is from Negros, Philippines, where he studied mechanical engineering and Marine engineering at the Western Institute of Technology. For a change of pace and the opportunity to explore the world, Rommel worked on commercial ships for eight years, then, for a new experience, he began his yachting career in 2004. Rommel’s extensive knowledge of the mechanical aspects onboard the vessel ensures that APOGEE’s systems are always operating at peak performance. In his spare you will find him playing basketball or practicing the art of karate.

Natalie has three seasons of experience in yachting. She is enthusiastic about guest experience and making their time on board as memorable as possible. Natalie is very much a people person and passionate about her career in yachting. Natalie has a lot of experience in service and cocktail-making and enjoys beach days and karaoke nights. She's looking forward to this season ahead, where she can showcase all her skills. Natalie loves making memories with guests and her fellow crew on board.