Previous yachts: M/Y SEA PEARL (82m), M/Y ALPHA G (60m)
Interests: Horse riding, long walks
Jackie is from the small coastal town of Kramfors, Sweden. With five years of hotel and restaurant experience, her passion for hospitality naturally led her to yachting. Now in her third year in the industry, Jackie is eager to keep exploring new destinations. When she’s not perfecting her service or housekeeping skills, she enjoys long walks, horse riding and spending time with family and friends. Known for her friendly smile and attention to detail, Jackie is dedicated to ensuring guests have an unforgettable and enjoyable experience on board.
What would you be doing if it wasn’t for yachting?
“I would be working with animals. I love all animals and one of my dreams is to be able to volunteer around the world helping animals in need.”

Jaqueline (Jackie) Thylander
Stewardess
Previous yachts: M/Y SLIPSTREAM (60m), M/Y ARCTIC (87m), M/Y SILVER DREAM (44m)
Interests: Formula 1, cycling, rugby
Phil holds an MCA Class IV qualification. He joined the yachting industry over thirty years ago, working on board one of the most respected and popular charter yachts in the industry from 2008 to 2025. This year, Phil decided to take on a new challenge at the helm of LES CINQ. Phil brings with him a vast wealth of knowledge and experience having cruised everywhere from Thailand (during the Tsunami), the North and South Pacific to the Mediterranean and Caribbean. We are thrilled that Phil is leading the LES CINQ team, he will ensure your charters are seamless, safe and fun!
Where is your favourite place you have been while working on yachts?
“Myanmar. It feels like being in a time wrap.”

Phil Stevens
Captain
Previous yachts: M/Y LADY LURA (50m), M/Y SLIPSTREAM (60m), M/Y D89 (52m)
Interests: Walks with his family and dogs
The son of a merchant navy captain, Liam grew up in the seaside town of Falmouth, Cornwall. He attended a naval boarding school and then went on to gain a business degree from Bristol University. A lifelong interest in boats and watersports meant that the superyacht industry was the perfect career for him to put his skills and interests to good use. Outside of work he runs a small B&B in Cornwall with his wife and enjoys getting out and about with his dogs and his daughter Holly. Before LES CINQ, Liam spent eight years on SLIPSTREAM and has cruised extensively in the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Maldives, UK, Norway and Northern Europe.
What has been your highlight being a crew member?
“It has always been a career a goal for me to drive a yacht into my home port and I got to do it in 2021 with my family, friends and dog watching me from the dock.”

Liam Skelley
First Officer
Previous yachts: M/Y SLIPSTREAM (60m), M/Y TURQUOISE (55m), M/Y ROCK IT (60m)
Interests: Travelling
Toby is from the Southwest of England where he grew up by the coast. Before joining the yachting industry, he trained and worked as a carpenter and tennis coach. Knowing from a young age he wanted to travel, the yachting industry became the perfect fit. Since the age of eighteen, Toby has continued to tackle new challenges and has progressed to a leadership role onboard. Toby is a dedicated and hard-working crew member and will go above and beyond to ensure you have a wonderful vacation on LES CINQ.
In your opinion, what makes a great charter yacht, great?
“I have always thought the connection that the crew have with the guests is always the most important part. Having a great team on board with like minded individuals really shows when it comes to putting in the effort for the guests and making sure, they have the best experience.”

Toby Bond
First Officer
Previous yachts: M/Y SAVANNAH (83m), M/Y ULYSSES (116m), M/Y AMASTASIA (85m)
Interests: Watersports
Gaston was born and raised on the island of Lanzarote, a small gem in the Atlantic. With a Spanish mother and French father, he grew up bilingual.
The ocean has always been central to Gaston’s life, his father introduced him and his brother to sailing, surfing, windsurfing, fishing, and kitesurfing from an early age, sparking a deep and lasting passion for watersports.
What is your favourite charter day to organise?
“I love doing beach set ups. I think it a great day for the guests and crew with no one around.”

Gaston Bourgois-Rodriguez
Bosun
Previous yachts: M/Y SLIPSTREAM (60m)
Interests: Football, cricket, golf
Ben hails proudly from Cornwall and began his career completing a welding and fabrication apprenticeship at Pendennis Shipyard, where he went on to work for eight years. Outside of work, Ben enjoys staying active and can often be found playing football, cricket, tennis or golf, though he’ll tell you the best part is always the well-earned pint afterwards.
What skill are you best at teaching?
“Golf – I’m always up for a competition!”

Benjamin Tunnicliffe
Deckhand
Previous yachts: M/Y LIND (53m), M/Y SEA EAGLE (63m), M/Y ADYTUM (34m)
Interests: Ecological science, surfing, reading
Born in New Zealand to a Kiwi father and Filipino mother, he discovered his passion for food at a young age and set his sights on becoming a chef early in life. Influenced by his Southeast Asian heritage, he naturally gravitated toward Asian fusion cuisine, gaining experience in a variety of restaurants across Auckland.
A passionate traveller, Luke seeks out cultural experiences and culinary inspiration wherever he goes, most notably developing a deep appreciation for Vietnamese cuisine and culture. Alongside his culinary pursuits, Luke holds a bachelor's degree in Marine Biology and Environmental Science.
Deeply connected to the natural world, he thrives in the ocean, whether diving to explore marine life or surfing to experience its raw power.
What is your favourite dish to cook on charter?
"Anything Southeast Asian - I have a lot of background in the culture and cuisines from heritage and travelling."

Luke Clark
Chef
Previous yachts: M/Y SIREN (74m), M/Y JUBILEE (110m), M/Y ALESIA (32m)
Interests: Formula 1, classic cars, diving
Robin was born in Portsmouth and raised in Cornwall, in the southwest of England. He began his maritime career with Shell Tankers and has since worked across a wide range of vessels, including cargo ships, cruise ship, where he met his wife, and offshore dive support and pipelay vessels.
His first experience in the superyacht industry came many years ago, and while he thoroughly enjoyed it, he chose to return to cargo and cruise ships to spend more time with his young family. Several years later, Robin made his return to the yachting world.
What do you enjoy most about your job?
“The variety of different jobs I do, and the knowledge learned over the year of working on different machinery and equipment.”

Robin Sharp
Chief engineer
Previous yachts: M/Y CORAL ISLAND (73m), M/Y CORAL OCEAN (73m), M/Y APHO (115m)
Interests: Staying active, horse riding
Rich, originally from Wrexham in North Wales, brings a broad and diverse maritime background to his role as Second Officer aboard LES CINQ. He began his yachting career in 2014 before expanding his experience through a Deck Officer cadetship at South Tyneside Marine School. This training earned him a commercial license and hands-on experience working aboard offshore supply vessels in Brazil. Returning to yachting, Rich now combines his commercial expertise with his yachting foundation to bring a well-rounded skill set to the team.
What would you be doing if it wasn’t yachting?
“I would work alongside my father in the horse racing industry.”

Rich Bevis
Second Officer
Previous yachts: M/Y ROCKET (60m), M/Y THE BEAST (40m), M/Y NYMPHEAS (80m)
Interests/Languages: Diving, baking, hiking, Teo Reo Maori (fluent)
Brenna is from Aotearoa (New Zealand), where she grew up on the East Coast surrounded by fishing and farming. She began cooking competitions at 12 and trained under top chefs, including New Zealand’s 2017 Best Chef. An avid diver and fisher, Brenna started yachting in 2022, combining her love for the sea with her passion for creating exceptional food.
Who is your favourite chef?
"Jeremy Rameka, he is a Maori chef who I can only describe as a passionate chef who cooks for the soul."
What unique talent do you bring to the yacht?
"I am a trained tank diver, having grown up fishing and diving with my Dad in New Zealand."

Brenna Lee
Chef