Cassie grew up with a great combination of sea and countryside in the picturesque coastal town of North Norfolk, England. Her love for the water and outdoors was introduced by her parents, encouraging her to have an abundance of hobbies including wakeboarding, horse riding, skiing and golf. After completing her education, Cassie worked both as an outdoor instructor and within hospitality roles before taking off around the world, combining her love for helping others when volunteering in India and experiencing all varying cultures each country offered. Cassie then went on to hold several senior positions in Client Relationship Management in London before giving into the exciting and tempting world of yachting. Cassie, therefore, has developed excellent people skills and a desire to provide a quality experience for guests, always with a positive attitude, a bright, welcoming smile and great sense of humour. Cassie will go the extra mile to ensure a truly exceptional experience.

Jonathan originates from Knysna, South Africa and fell in love with the ocean at a young age. Having a lagoon on his doorstep he quickly took to the water and busied himself with everything from dinghy sailing and water sports to fishing and bodyboarding. After completing a marketing degree in Cape Town Jonathan joined the yachting world in 2011 and quickly took to it. Having worked for a number of years on sailing yachts first as a deckhand and then mate/engineer, Jonathan took 2 years off to travel the world. He has since returned and brought his wealth of experiences and knowledge to sailing yacht S/Y CROSSBOW where he is now the Captain. Having crossed the Atlantic 12 times and with a cool head and attention to detail, Jonathan along with the rest of the crew is sure to make your charter experience a smooth one.

Rosemary grew up in a seaside town near Dublin, Ireland, where sailing has always been a central part of her life, coming from a large family of sailors. She learned to sail at just five years old and raced all kinds of boats throughout her youth. Rosemary attended university in Dublin, studying biomedical science, followed by a master’s degree in pharmaceuticals. Although she loved academia, she felt drawn to her passion for the water and decided to bring her sailing skills to the crew.

While studying, Rosemary worked in bars and developed a knack for crafting creative cocktails. She’s outgoing, loves meeting new people, and takes joy in making new friends.

Originally from Cape Town, the "Tavern of the Seas", John grew up in and around the water—whether fishing, surfing, or diving. A natural water baby, he began his yachting career as a dive instructor in the Seychelles, quickly becoming hooked on life at sea. After gaining experience aboard century-old schooners, he progressed from deckhand and diver to captain, working across a variety of sailing yachts and developing a keen interest in engineering along the way. Owing to the remote locations of many of the vessels he’s worked on—and a year spent ashore handling maintenance at shipyards in Greece—John brings an inventive, solution-focused approach to every task. With over a decade of experience and an ambitious eye on the horizon, he’s always found with a smile and a positive attitude towards both life and sailing.

Charlie was born and raised in Brighton in South East of England with the sea always just a stone’s throw away. He fell in love with sailing when he was just 12 years old, quickly finding his passion within on shore and offshore racing. During his 15-year career, Charlie has sailed all over the world with many voyages needing absolute precision and excellent navigation skills to tackle shallow waters and narrow passages including the Kiel Canal and Stockholm Archipelagos. Charlie has completed 2 regattas as Captain; The St Barths Bucket and The Antigua Superyacht Cup as well 16 Atlantic crossings. His is not only a seasoned sailor but an expert in water sports. Charlie eagerly awaits the opportunity to share his passion and expertise, ensuring an unforgettable and safe charter experience for you.

Chef Mike trained at the renowned Westminster Kingsway College in London before beginning his culinary career at the five-star Lanesborough Hotel, where he worked alongside acclaimed executive chef Paul Gayler. Eager to refine his craft, he undertook a series of placements at leading restaurants across London, gaining exposure to a wide range of techniques, kitchens and culinary styles.
He later joined the team at the Michelin-starred Alyn Williams at The Westbury, where he developed strong technical expertise and a meticulous approach across every section of the kitchen. Building on this foundation, Mike went on to work across an eclectic mix of restaurants, gastropubs, event companies and specialist dining venues, broadening both his culinary repertoire and his understanding of hospitality at the highest level.
As his reputation for private catering grew, Mike increasingly focused on bespoke seasonal roles. Summers spent on the private island of Tresco in the Isles of Scilly deepened his passion for fresh fish and seafood, while more recent seasons as a private ski chalet chef in Méribel further honed his ability to create memorable dining experiences in exclusive settings.
Now bringing his experience to the yachting industry, Mike combines refined technique with a relaxed, guest-focused approach. He looks forward to creating exceptional cuisine and unforgettable moments for guests on board CROSSBOW.