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ANNA I

Leo first stepped foot on a boat at aged five weeks, under the careful attention of his grandfather. This piqued his interest in boating and led to dinghy racing as a boy, sailing and now superyachts. Leo is passionate about his career; it was a natural determination to complete his studies and sea time to become a Master. Leo has sailed every ocean of the world and he brings his wealth of experience to the guests and crewmembers of ANNA 1.

Leo is passionate about exercise, he is an early riser and enjoys training.

Ryan grew up in Poole, on the South Coast of England.

Ryan has worked in yachting for over ten years and has travelled the world.

With his extensive background at sea, Ryan plans to complete his Master qualification over the next year.

Ryan loves the snow and water sports, he is happiest if required to jump in the water with guests to lend a hand.

David grew up close to the sea and started sailing at a young age. He always had a passion for the ocean which led to joining yachting.

David has worked his way up to an Officer, he claims Alaska as the highlight of his career so far.

David is interested in fitness and self-development, as well as videography.

David has a water sports background and is an athletic crewmember and looks forward to taking guests on the water to enjoy the tenders and toys.

Kelley grew up in beautiful Zimbabwe with her family. Kelly studied fashion design in Cape Town, before moving into hospitality.

Kelley has a strong background in event management and brings over seven years of experience as a Stewardess.

Kelley is a natural when it comes to service, using her knowledge of the best eateries, local patisseries, florists - all the know-how of Mediterranean to ensure our guests experience is memorable.

Kelley enjoys travel, drawing, painting and expanding her knowledge of fine wines.

Waters Cruised: Southern Ocean, Gulf of Mexico and Mediterranean. Education: Secondary schooling, Fashion Design.

Hobbies: Surfing, Kitesurfing, Snowboarding

Anna grew up on the East Coast of Australia where an outdoor lifestyle led to her love of the ocean. Anna is from a corporate background, prior to joining yachting SHE enjoyed eight years as an Senior Associate Lawyer in Australia.

Anna’s friendly, bubbly personality and attention to detail allows a natural ease to her duties onboard. Anna is only too happy to assist our guests with any request.

Anna is passionate about health and wellbeing, she loves exercise especially running and yoga - she completed her second half marathon this year and is training for another.

Waters Cruised: Pacific Ocean, North Atlantic, Mediterranean, Caribbean. Education: Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice (GDLP), South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) with an Award of Excellence in English Communications.

Hobbies: Travel, running, hiking, gym, daily yoga, golf, diving and surfing.

James commenced his career in restaurants, hotels and event companies in London.

James’ passion for snowboarding led him to the mountains, where he cooked in various resorts situated in the French Alps and as a personal chef in villas in fabulous locations such as Spain, Ibiza and St Tropez.

James left the mountains for the sea and started to work summer seasons on superyachts.

Waters Cruised: Aegean, Ionic, Adriatic and the Mediterranean.

Education: Secondary schooling.

Hobbies: Snowboarding, travel and exploring the best eateries in every port.

Celeste grew up in Pretoria South Africa with her family.

Celeste has always had a love for the sea and making a move into yachting was the right decision. Celeste brings with her experience as Concierge at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Cayman Islands. A role that enabled her to show her passion for hospitality and interacting with people.

Celeste has furthered her skills of service and wine knowledge, successfully achieving her Level 2 Award in Wines from the Wine and Spirit Education Trust Academy.

Celeste has a happy nature and enjoy the simple things of life. She is happiest providing guests with high end service and a seamless onboard experience.

Waters Cruised: North Atlantic, Caribbean and Mediterranean. Education: Bachelor of Commerce Tourism Management.

Hobbies: Swimming, Running, Water sports, Drawing and Calligraphy.

SHERRI HARMER

Stewardess

South African

Sherri grew up in beautiful Mozambique.

Sherri loves the ocean, this led her to undertake the training required to become a certified Swimming Instructor, this was Sherri’s profession prior to joining yachting.

Sherri’s gentle and kind personality sees her fit flawlessly into the yachting world. It is in Sherri’s nature to be accommodating and assist guests and fellow crewmembers.

Sherri has a passion for interior design, gardening and is a talented painter and drawer.

Waters Cruised: Mediterranean

Education: Secondary schooling.

Hobbies: Swimming, gardening, painting and drawing.

Sherri grew up in beautiful Mozambique.

Sherri loves the ocean, this led her to undertake the training required to become a certified Swimming Instructor, this was Sherri’s profession prior to joining yachting.

Sherri’s gentle and kind personality sees her fit flawlessly into the yachting world. It is in Sherri’s nature to be accommodating and assist guests and fellow crewmembers.

Sherri has a passion for interior design, gardening and is a talented painter and drawer.

Waters Cruised: Mediterranean

Education: Secondary schooling.

Hobbies: Swimming, gardening, painting and drawing.

Hernie grew up in the Philippines.

Prior to joining yachting, Hernie ran a successful bakery business in Manila, baking traditional sweet breads in the early hours for sale in his store.

Hernie is an early riser and will be found going for a walk before and after work. He is very capable with a microphone – karaoke is his forte!

Waters Cruised: Pacific Ocean, Artic Ocean, North Atlantic, South Atlantic, Indian Ocean, Caribbean, Southern Ocean, Gulf of Mexico and Mediterranean. Education: Secondary school

Hobbies: Singing, walking and baking.

Mark is our Certified PADI Dive Master.

Mark’s first love is the ocean, he is an avid waterman and is passioante about the ocean, sailing, diving, fishing and sport.

Coming closely at second is Mark’s passion for cooking and restaurants. The past few years, Mark has lived in Antigua, Carribean where he set up and managed his own restaurant, ‘Flatties’. Famous for its grilled seafood and meat.

A very interesting story, Mark was lost at sea leading a dive for eight hours into the night in the waters of South Africa! His heroic quick thinking and preparation saved himself and the divers - definitely a Bosun you want around!

Waters Cruised: North Atlantic, Indian Ocean and Mediterranean. Education: Diploma in Agriculture, Certified PADI Dive Master and EFR Instructor (Emergency Response)

Hobbies: Fishing, water sports, cooking, running, diving and playing the guitar.

Nikita grew up in Durban, South African.

Nikita is our friendly onboard yogi Deckhand!

A Certified Yoga Teacher, Nikita studied her yoga teacher training in 2014 through an American yoga school.

Prior to yachting, Nikita studied Early Childhood Development and for five years worked with children in after school care in Durban.

In 2017, Nikita joined yachting and became a Stewardess before moving outside to the deck to become a Deckhand.

Nikita enjoys yoga, music, hiking, reading and water sports.

Waters Cruised: Caribbean and Mediterranean. Education: Secondary schooling.

Hobbies: Reading, hiking, exploring and gardening.

Donald grew up in Australia, the outdoor lifestyle led him to the profession working in a Garden Centre. He has an avid knowledge of flora and fauna and this is still an interest he pursues.

Donald has five years experience in yachting as a deckhand. Donald is a waterman and traveller, describes himself as an ‘Australian nomad’, enjoying the balanced and fulfilled life of a seafarer.

When not onboard, you can find Donald immersing himself in travel and culture, hiking and exploring, as well as getting stuck into a good book while plugging in with Pink Floyd.

Waters Cruised: Caribbean and Mediterranean. Education: Secondary schooling.

Hobbies: Reading, hiking, exploring and gardening.

Toni grew up on the long and varied coastline of Croatia and has a passion for sailing.

Toni has come from a commercial shipping background, he has a wealth of knowledge in commercial shipping and superyachts – he has more certificates than we can count!

Toni is completeing his studies to become an Officer- he is just one certificate away from his Officer qualification.

Toni is our true gentleman onboard, he is our smiling and helpful deckhand - you will always see Toni out on deck with a big smile on his face.

Waters Cruised: North Pacific, South Pacific, North Atlantic, South Atlantic, Indian Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Southern Ocean and Mediterranean.

Education: Secondary schooling.

Hobbies: Singing in the shower

Barnaby grew up on the North Cornwall coast, it is here Barnaby developed his passion for the ocean which ultimately led him into the yachting industry. Barnaby was a professional cricketer. He is certainly the fastest bowler onboard and can hit his target everytime!

Before yachting, Barnaby worked as a leading real estate agent in the most exclusive parts of central London.

Barnaby enjoys golf and will jump at the chance to play courses he encounters on his travels. He also has extensive water sports experience with a keen interest and natural talent in photography.

Waters Cruised: North Pacific, South Pacific, North Atlantic, South Atlantic, Indian, Pacific and Southern Ocean

Education: Secondary schooling

Hobbies: Cricket, golf, photography, wakeboarding and hiking.

Serdar was born and raised in Istanbul.

Serdar is always smiling and is the happiest Engineer you will find!

He studied marine engineering at university and commenced his career working on commerical chemical tankers.

After eight years of world-wide cruising on commercial vessels and ten years on private vessels, his knowledge is an asset to our crew.

Serdar speaks four laungues - English, Spanish, Italian and Turkish and he is currently learning French!

Waters Cruised: North Pacific, South Pacific, North Atlantic, South Atlantic, Indian, Pacific and Southern Ocean.

Education: Bachelor of Ship Machinery and Management Engineering Hobbies: Languages, History, Cinema, Photography, Fishing and Sports.

Leon was born and raised in Ireland, you cannot miss his strong Irish accent. Leon studied elecronic engineering at university in London. It was Leon’s brother who piqued his interest in the world of superyacthing and Leon soon joined him at sea!

Since then Leon has travelled extensively and put his degree to use on yachts all over the world.

Leon loves sports and is a passionate diver.

Waters Cruised: North Pacific, South Pacific, North Atlantic, South Atlantic, Indian, Pacific and Southern Ocean.

Education: Bachelor of Electronic Engineering

Hobbies: Playing basketball, watching rugby and diving.

Ewan played professional rugby in the United Kingdom, before his career came to an end after an injury.

Ewan has worked as an Engineer on several commercial vessels before transitioning to the world of private yachts.

Ewan is the self-proclaimed funniest crewmember onboard, he enjoys watching sport, keeping up with the news and the latest fashion.

Ewan hopes to one day complete the Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge and is looking for a partner to complete this gruelling task with him.

Waters Cruised: North Pacific, South Pacific, North Atlantic, South Atlantic, Indian, Pacific and Southern Ocean

Education: Secondary schooling

Hobbies: Watching or playing any sport and socialising with friends.