Crew Profiles

Yannis Papapanos
Captain
Greek
Captain Yannis was born in 1968 and is married with one daughter. He has graduated from the Hellenic Navy and is a Master-Mariner and Yachts Master for RYA. His journey in yachting started in 2010 and he has been passionate about offering his services in the field since then. His involvement with chartering and commercial yachts was inevitable. He speaks English fluently and his knowledge of the Greek waters is unparalleled. His warm character, professionalism and enthusiasm for his job are among the reasons, his guests always leave with the best memories.

Alkiviades Karo
Chef
Albanian
Born in 1987, Alkis graduated from IEK AKMI in 2007. He has attended a range of seminars to expand his knowledge: Molecular gastronomy, Cretan Cuisine, French Cuisine Techniques, Pastry and Chocolate, Japanese cuisine and sushi, Food cost management and Mediterranean Creative Gastronomy. He has been the Executive Chef of Cafe Boheme in Athens since 2009 and Ouzeri restaurant in Santorini during the summer months, from 2011 to 2016. He is very creative and hard-working, competent in a very wide range of cuisines and always strives to improve and extend his skills. He joined JULIE M in April 2020, offering guests an incredible gastronomical experience throughout his first season.

Irena Kniazeva-Spyropoulou
Stewardess
Greek
Meet Irina Kniazeva-Spyropoulou, the newest addition to the team of JULIE M. With exceptional problem-solving and team spirit skills, Irina brings a wealth of experience in the tourism sector, having worked as a stewardess on a private yacht and as a pianist and singer in Rhode's hotels. Fluent in Russian, Greek, and English, Irina is a true Renaissance woman with a diverse background that includes private piano lessons, elderly care, sales, and hospitality work. In addition to her impressive experience, Irina has a strong educational background, having studied at the Ufa Art College and the Ufa Academy of Arts in Russia. Outside of work, Irina enjoys travelling, opera, swimming, and jogging. She is a Russian citizen and permanent resident of Athens, and the spouse of a Greek citizen. Irina's fun-loving personality and inspiring nature make her a perfect fit for the team of JULIE M.

Yiannis Tzavelas
Engineer
Greek
Yannis joined the crew of JULIE M in 2024, bringing with him over three decades of engineering expertise. At 52, he is a seasoned marine professional who served in the Greek Navy for 30 years, honing his technical skills and discipline in demanding environments. A certified scuba diver with a deep respect for the sea, Yannis ensures JULIE M operates smoothly and safely, both above and below the surface.

Reygan P. Resplandor
Deckhand
Philippino
Reygan was born in 1980 and is married with one daughter. He holds a BSc in Aeronautical Engineer and has been certified by the PYA, having attended the G.U.E.S.T program in Yacht Interior, Food Service, Bartending and Mixology. He has been working on-board private yachts since 2008 and on-board “Julie M” since 2015. He is very meticulous about his job, discreet and attentive to his guests’ needs. He speaks English and Philipino.