Previous Yachts
M/Y HONEY (50m)
Interests:
Yoga, beach days, swimming, loves animals
Karla is from a small town near San Antonio Texas. She studied biochemistry at the University of Texas at Austin but decided to pursue a career in yachting. She loves traveling to new destinations and providing one-of-a-kind experiences for guests. Prior to yachting she worked with children as a dance teacher, gymnastics instructor, and lifeguard. In her spare time, she loves to go the beach or visit her cat.

Karla Walsemann
Stewardess
Previous Yachts
M/Y VICTORIA DEL MAR (50m)
M/Y ZEAL (47m)
M/Y LADY FIESTA (56m)
M/Y WALKABOUT (46m)
M/Y LUMIÉRE (65m)
Interests
Exploring, hiking, traveling, skydiving
Born in the gastronomic capital of the world, Alain's passion for food and wine can be traced back to his DNA.
With over 30 year of experience in some of the world's top-ranked three-Michelin-star restaurants, as well as abroad luxury superyachts and in private residences around the world, there is very little Chef Alain cannot create. He is skilled in a wide range of cuisines, including Mediterranean, Asian, French, Central and Latin American, and Caribbean, to name just a few.
In his free time, Alain enjoys expanding his wine knowledge and is a Wine Master.

Alain Delage
Chef
Previous Yachts
M/Y MERCY (37m)
M/Y LA TACHE (31m)
M/Y OLYMPUS (55m)
M/Y OCEAN ALEXANDER (30m)
Interests:
Snorkeling, videography, photography, golf, working out
Born in Durban, South Africa, Matthew developed a deep connection to the ocean from a young age. With a strong background in sports, Matt chose to take an unconventional path and pursue a career at sea—one that led him into the world of yachting.
With just under two years of experience in the industry, he has traveled extensively between the Caribbean and as far north as New York, which has quickly become a favorite yachting destination. Passionate about meeting new people and exploring new places, Matt thrives in the dynamic and ever-changing yachting environment.
Outside of yachting, Matthew enjoys golf, staying active, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. More recently, he has discovered a love for videography, using it as a creative outlet to capture life at sea. Mat] is enthusiastic about the adventures ahead and the opportunities the future holds.

Matthew Klusener
Deckhand
Previous Yachts
M/Y COPPI CHOPPI (80m)
M/Y MYSTIC (47m)
Interests:
Archery, hunting, fishing, golf
Hailing from South Africa, Rikus grew up in the coastal town of Port Elizabeth which borders the rugged wild coast of the Transkei. As a young active teen, all Rikus knew was sport - mainly cricket and sports fishing. He competed in cricket on a national level representing South Africa at a youth level up until early adulthood, all whilst assisting in his family's security company. Rikus is what most normal people would call ‘obsessed’ with fishing and archery hunting and admits this more of an addiction than a hobby for him. He is especially interested in sharks on research and conservational levels and travels the coast of South Africa fishing for these incredible creatures, an animal he has an extreme amount of love & respect for. Rikus has been in the yachting industry for almost 5 years and says he hasn’t looked back. He loves that it provides him the opportunity to fuel his passion by being out at sea, surrounded by marine life and of course - fishing. If you are looking to cast a line off the back of Muchos Mas - Rikus is your man!

Rikus Zaayman
Bosun
Previous Yachts
M/Y SEAWOLF X (43m)
M/Y FLEUR (35m)
M/Y B3 (57m)
M/Y KISMET (122m)
M/Y MOSAIQUE (50m)
Interests/Languages
Playing football, golf, cycling, travelling
Originally from Newcastle in the northeast of England. Dominic got his start in the marine world close to home, studying Marine Engineering at South Shields Marine School. After qualifying, he spent several years working on LNG tankers and cruise ships, gaining solid experience in large-scale marine operations before deciding to make the switch to yachting.
Five years later, Dominic hasn’t looked back. He enjoys the variety and pace of life onboard yachts, along with the challenges that come with keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Whether it's troubleshooting technical issues or maintaining the vessel's systems, he takes pride in staying calm under pressure and getting the job done right.
When he’s off the boat, Dominic is usually keeping active—playing football, hitting the golf course, or out cycling. He also loves to travel and is always on the lookout for new places to explore. Friendly and down-to-earth, Dominic is a team player who brings a steady, reliable presence to any crew.

Dominic Nesbitt
Chief engineer
Previous Yachts
M/Y MAYAN QUEEN IV (97m)
M/Y DOUBLE DOWN (65m)
M/Y CAIPIRINHA (60m)
M/Y ADDICTION (55m)
M/Y VICTORIA DEL MAR (50m)
M/Y MOSAIQUE (50m)
Interests:
Fitness, skiing, all things water sports
James grew up in Cheshire, UK. He found his passion for the ocean at a young age sailing on his family’s yacht, until he began solo sailing at the age of 9 years old. His talent on the water was first spotted at 11 years old when he was scouted into British Sailing Team. He competed in various classes up to Olympic level, until at the age of 18 he began his career as a Deck Officer trainee with Windstar Cruises.
After 9 years of professional experience in the yachting industry he was promoted to Captain in 2023. He has travelled extensively during his career working on all 7 continents and over 110 countries, before settling in Fort Lauderdale in 2022.
James enjoys spending his spare time travelling, skiing or walking his 2 Golden Doodles along the beach.

James Purcell
Captain
Previous Yachts
M/Y Antelope IV (45m)
M/Y Rush (50m)
M/Y Rockit (60m)
M/Y Sovereign (55m)
M/Y Laurentia (55m)
M/Y Man Of Steel (90m)
Interests:
Fitness, snowboarding, diving, NFL, basketball
Tish grew up in Melbourne, Australia before moving to Sydney in his 20’s. Tish studied Business Law as well as Nutrition before settling into a new career as a Chief Officer on yachts. He is also a Personal Trainer on loves to train the crew and charter guests. When Tish is not on board you can find him exclusively in the gym, or under water diving different parts of the world.

Tish Elhadary
First Officer
Previous Yachts
M/Y MARUM (60)
M/Y HIGHLANDER (50m)
M/Y LIBERTA (42m)
Interests:
Reading, hiking, swimming
Yves was born in Paris, France, where he completed his culinary studies at the renowned Jean Drouant catering school. After gaining experience in gastronomic and Michelin-starred restaurants, he relocated to the Caribbean island of Saint Martin, where he spent 28 years working in top restaurants and serving as a private chef in luxury villas.
With over 30 years of land-based culinary experience and 8 years in the yachting industry, Yves has worked as sole chef on both private and charter yachts throughout the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Florida, and the Bahamas. He is confident cooking a wide range of cuisines inspired by his extensive travels and his passion for exploring new cultures and culinary styles.
Yves is deeply passionate about food and wine pairing, always striving to elevate the guest experience through refined, thoughtful, and creative dining.

Yves Guatier
Chef
Previous Yachts
M/Y CHOPPI CHOPPI (80m)
M/Y CLOUD 9 (90m)
M/Y MYSTIC (47m)
Interests:
Photography, archery, music
Erin comes from an Afrikaans family of seven and grew up on a citrus farm in the small town of Patensie, South Africa. After high school she went on to study education at the University of Stellenbosch and graduated as a middle school teacher. As with most yacht crew, that degree went unused as Erin soon left South Africa to pursue her dream career in yachting and begin to travel the world, as she had never had the chance to do so before. In her spare time, you will find Erin enjoying archery or fishing, indulging in her love for music by playing the guitar and singing. She also has a very keen eye for photography - don’t be shy to ask Erin to snap some Instagram worthy shots of your holiday!

Erin Zaayman
Chief steward/ess
Previous Yachts
» S/Y Tenacious (65m)
» M/Y Lady Kathryn V (61m)
» M/Y Mosaique (50m)
» M/Y Neverland (42m)
Interests/Languages
» Fishing, hunting, gym, motorbikes
After completing his studies at Marine School in South Shields, he began his career at sea working on oil and chemical tankers before progressing to Chief Engineer on small commercial vessels in the North Sea. These early years built a strong technical foundation and a calm, solutions-focused approach in demanding environments.
In 2020, he transitioned into the yachting industry, where he has since gained experience across a variety of sailing and motor yacht programs. With a solid engineering background and a hands-on mindset, he takes pride in ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes so guests can fully relax and enjoy their time on board. Known for his reliability and steady presence, he is always ready to assist wherever needed.
Outside of work, he enjoys fishing, hunting, spending time in the gym, and riding motorbikes - passions that reflect his love for the outdoors and active lifestyle.

Peter Dove
Chief engineer