Francesca Alagna is a cheerful and service-oriented stewardess whose background in luxury hospitality brings a warm and professional touch to the guest experience aboard M/Y ESSOESS. With years of experience as a Stew/Cook on both private and charter yachts, she has mastered the balance of attentive service, culinary care, and meticulous interior presentation.

Before returning to yachting, Francesca owned and managed two successful restaurants in Liguria, Italy, where she developed strong customer service, organizational, and team leadership skills. Her time in high-end hospitality refined her ability to anticipate guest needs and deliver a personalized, welcoming atmosphere.

Fluent in Italian, Spanish, English, and French, Francesca communicates effortlessly with international guests and crew. She brings a positive, down-to-earth energy on board, taking pride in creating a relaxed and enjoyable environment, whether through attentive table service, thoughtful details, or well-prepared meals.

Francesca’s combination of culinary skills, interior expertise, and genuine care for guest comfort makes her a valuable member of the ESSOESS team, ensuring every trip is smooth, memorable, and delivered with a smile.

Simón Elmeua González is a positive and guest-oriented deckhand whose background in sailing and luxury service brings both skill and a welcoming presence to M/Y ESSOESS. Born in Santander and introduced to sailing at the age of seven, Simón has extensive experience in dinghy sailing, regattas, and coastal cruising, making him confident and capable on deck in any situation.

With over a decade as an entrepreneur in the luxury textile sector, Simón has developed exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills, leading teams and providing high-end customer service across Europe.

Fluent in Spanish, English, and Italian, Simón easily connects with guests and crew from different cultures. His combination of seamanship, attention to detail, and natural people skills helps create a smooth, safe, and enjoyable onboard experience for every guest.

On M/Y ESSOESS, Simón brings enthusiasm, professionalism, and a genuine passion for the sea, ensuring guests feel well cared for from the moment they step on deck.

Born in Italy, Stefano’s passion for food was nurtured within his family, learning traditional recipes from his mother and grandmother. He pursued formal studies in Mediterranean and Italian cuisine, honing his skills in Italy. Early in his career, he worked in various restaurants, but at the age of 25, his love for both sailing and food led him to the yachting industry.
Since then, he has worked on several yachts, traveling across the Mediterranean, Caribbean, South Africa, and Australia. These diverse culinary experiences have deepened his appreciation for different flavors, which he now blends into his unique cooking style.

Thomas Cappello is a captain renowned for his warm, guest-focused approach and ability to tailor every experience to the expectations of those on board. His leadership style blends professionalism with a calm, welcoming presence, creating a relaxed yet impeccably run environment where guests can fully enjoy their time at sea.

Fluent in five languages — Italian, English, French, Spanish and Portuguese — Thomas communicates effortlessly with guests and crew from diverse backgrounds. His extensive experience on private and charter yachts has honed his ability to anticipate needs, manage last-minute changes and deliver a discreet, personalized level of service.

With over two decades in luxury yachting, Thomas understands that true guest experience is about more than safe navigation: it’s about creating memorable moments, maintaining harmony on board and ensuring that every detail is executed to perfection.

On M/Y ESSOESS, Thomas brings not only technical expertise but a service-oriented mindset, ensuring every voyage is smooth, comfortable and entirely shaped around the wishes of the guests.