Crew Profiles

Benjamin Fisher | Captain

Captain Ben brings over 25 years of maritime experience to the helm of WATERCOLOURS, with a career that spans charter, private yachts, and offshore operations. A seasoned and hands-on leader, Ben holds a USCG 3000GT license and has expertly captained vessels across the U.S. East Coast, the Bahamas, Caribbean, and Central America. His calm, guest-focused demeanor ensures a safe and seamless charter experience, while his extensive background in engineering and shipyard projects brings added confidence to every voyage.

Having served as both build captain and engineer on multiple yachts, including a lead role during the construction of the 98’ Raybury, Ben is as comfortable managing refits as he is orchestrating unforgettable guest experiences. His tenure includes operating vessels up to 265 feet and running dynamic charter programs from the Exumas to New England.

Whether towing sport fishers for diving adventures, leading high-end charters, or maintaining impeccable yacht standards, Captain Ben is known for his professionalism, approachability, and dedication to excellence.







James Briggs | Chief Officer

With a lifelong connection to the ocean and a background shaped by fishing, sailing, wakeboarding,
diving, rowing, and the outdoors, brings natural confidence and a genuine passion for life at sea. With over five years of experience in the yachting industry, including many years aboard 40m+ yachts, offers proven longevity, strong leadership skills, and a dedicated, steady presence on board. Invests genuine time and care in leading crew members, fostering a positive and professional environment. A passionate photographer for many years, has captured striking images of yachts and guests throughout a successful maritime career.






Jorge Bejarano | Chief Engineer

Jorge is an engineer by profession and a sailor by nature. He discovered his passion for the sea at an early age and decided to enroll in nautical school. Upon graduation, he began his career on merchant ships, sailing throughout the Pacific and the Caribbean.

After years on the commercial side, Jorge made the leap to the yachting industry, thus giving his career a new direction, and allowing him to explore new areas in the Mediterranean and the Atlantic. He has accumulated 15 years of experience since switching to the refined luxury of the yachting world. Some of his interests include fishing, camping, cooking, and woodworking.






Julie Rul | Chef

Julie is a proactive and passionate chef with over 10 years of international experience in high-demand culinary environments. Always embracing challenges, she is dedicated to sharing knowledge and creativity with others. Originally inspired by French gastronomy, her cuisine evolves through global influences, resulting in dishes that combine taste, originality, and aesthetic appeal.

With an entrepreneurial spirit, she excels in kitchen management, team leadership, and commercial development, tailoring approaches to meet each client’s unique desires and expectations. Julie’s work is defined by excellence, innovation, and a commitment to delivering unforgettable culinary experiences.



Karly Hinkebein | Stewardess

Karly Hinkebein has extensive experience in both private and charter yachts, including her recent role as Chief Stewardess aboard M/Y Mirabella (48m Trinity). She expertly managed a busy dual-season program, orchestrating elaborate events, overseeing interior operations, and liaising with the galley to ensure impeccable meal service. Her accomplishments include planning large-scale onboard events, managing interior projects under tight deadlines, and training interior teams.

Karly’s creative expertise was recognized at prestigious industry events, winning 1st Place in Tablescaping at the Antigua Charter Yacht Show (December 2022) and the Newport Charter Yacht Show (June 2023). Karly’s enthusiasm, creativity, and team-oriented mindset make her a valued member of any crew. She thrives in highenergy environments and takes pride in mentoring her team while maintaining a professional and welcoming atmosphere for guests.





Nicole Kruger | Chief Stewardess

Nicole grew up in a small town near Cape Town, South Africa. After she finished high school, she did an introduction course in Human Resource Management. While taking her courses, she took a waitressing job, which caused her love of people and socialising to grow.

Spending most of her life in the same place, Nicole deduced she wanted a change of scenery. She moved upstate to Johannesburg to pursue better job opportunities, and landed a job doing administrative work for a security company. Despite the new job and locale, Nicole still felt called to go see the world. She found the perfect fit in yachting, merging together her love of people and new places.

Nicole has travelled and gained a lot of experience during the last 2 years working on super yachts. If you haven't already guessed - she is a very social person and loved to have a laugh. She can (and will) talk to anyone!



Tarn Phillips | 2nd Stewardess


Say Hi to Tarn Phillips! With a passion for providing exceptional guest experiences and a meticulous eye for detail, Tarn brings professionalism, warmth, and dedication to every charter.

Having served as Sole Stewardess on M/Y Perfect Harmony and as Second Stewardess on M/Y Amore, she has honed her skills in service, provisioning, interior management, and guest relations.

Tarn thrives in fast-paced environments and takes pride in maintaining the highest standards onboard. Her love for the ocean and nature fuels her enthusiasm for the yachting lifestyle, making her a valued and vibrant member of any crew.




Gareth Lloyd | Bosun

Born and raised in South Africa, Gareth Lloyd studied business management with a focus on marketing.

While continuing his studies, he transitioned directly into the yachting industry with the goal of becoming a chase boat captain. His long-term dedication to the industry is evident, and he brings a positive and energetic attitude to the team.

Gareth thrives in the outdoors, which makes the role of deckhand a natural fit for him. His warm and approachable demeanor instantly puts people at ease, creating a sense of familiarity from the moment you meet him.

He started his yachting journey on a sailing catamaran before moving to a 92m Lürssen and then joined LUCKY WAVE (former name for WATERCOLOURS), continuing to build on his growing expertise.






Andrew King | Deckhand

Andrew is originally from the Pacific Northwest. He joined yachting in 2019 after working on commercial fishing trawlers in Alaska. He also liked that the weather was warmer and he wouldn't always smell like fish.

Andrew's passion for seafaring is only exceeded by his sense of adventure, which go hand in hand. He plans to work as an officer on container ships after yachting. In his free time, Andrew loves to cook, camp, and dance.