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John Georgas

Greece · English, Greek

John was born 1980, in the USA. He came to Greece at the age of 7 and has lived in Athens ever since. He started sailing in small dinghies at the age of 8 and in the following years participated in various sailing races and regattas of national and international level with excellent results. He has been a member of the Greek national Sailing team for more than 5 years. John has also worked as a Professional Skipper on offshore Racing Sailboats, International Delivery skipper for American-Marine/ Princess Yachts Greece(2005-2011), a Sailing instructor (1998-2008), Captain on the Motor yachts "TOUCHDOWN", "TOOLS" and "BLUE MY MIND". He has also been the Captain of M/Y "PROJECT STEEL" from 2013-2023. During the winter seasons John has worked in the Merchant Marine Industry as a Marine Superintendent onboard Oil and Chemical tankers for Elmira Tankers and Blue Sea Shipping Monaco. John has graduated from Nautical high school for the proficiency of Merchant Marine deck officer and is holder of Master 500gt licenses for both Sailing and Motor driven vessels. He also holds Certificates for First Aid, Passenger Safety, Security officer, Life Saving and Fire fighting, public responsibilities as per STCW. requirements and speaks fluent English and Greek.

Konstantinos Thermos

Greece · English, Greek

Konstantinos was born 1984 in Athens, Greece. He started his professional career on Ferry-boats and he joined the yachting industry in 2009. Konstantinos has graduated from the Merchant Marine Academy of Hydra and holds a Master 3000gt and C/O unlimited license. He has also valid certificates for Life Saving and Fire Fighting, Ship security, safe navigation and he speaks fluent English and Greek. Konstantinos is single and his Hobbies except for sailing are fishing, music and travelling. Kostantinos is married. Previous Yachts: M/Y “MAISTRALI 2”, Bosun, M/Y “ATALANTI”, First Officer, M/Y “PROJECT STEEL", First Officer

George Malevitis

Greece · English, Greek

George was born in 1992 in Greece. He studied at the Merchant Marine Academy in Aspropyrgos, Athens from 2011 to 2015. With 1 year of training voyages with cargo ships and bulk carrier he travelled all over the world. His yachting career started in 2021 when he decided to change his life and switched from working on cargo vessels to yachts . His first yacht was M/Y PROJECT STEEL, where he joined as 2nd officer. George loves everything about yachting. The beautiful places he visits, the interaction with guests, the connection with the rest of the crew. As his previous yacht was a commercial charter yacht with a busy schedule, he met several different and sometimes extreme characters. He has learnt that in yachting he must be able to adopt his approach to each guest in order to make them feel safe, comfortable and at home. George fluently speaks Greek and English.

Antonis Zafeiriou

Greece · English, French, Greek

Antonis had great passion for food and enjoys cooking mouth-watering dishes. Antonis was born 1987 in Athens Greece. He has studied at the well-reputed "LE MONDE" Institute in Athens. After working his way up from third chef to head chef in many highly recognized restaurants in Athens he moved to Paris in order to continue his studies in Cuisine and Patisserie at the << Cordon Blue>> institute. Antonis has also completed seminars for Espresso-Cappuccino and has good knowledge of Bar-tending and Cocktails. After returning from Paris he successfully stated to work as head Chef onboard the "M/Y NITTA V" , "M/Y DRAGON" and many years on board "PROJECT STEEL". He speaks fluent English and basic French.

Christos Katsoulis

Greece · English, Greek

Christos is a maritime professional with extensive experience as a Chief Engineer and solid technical expertise in engine room operations and ship maintenance. A graduate of the Merchant Marine Academy, Christos has served aboard both commercial tankers and luxury motor yachts, including M/Y Mamma Mia, M/Y Day Off, and M/Y Maestro. His career spans over a decade, during which he has built a strong reputation for goal-oriented performance, analytical thinking, and meticulous attention to detail. Christos combines a deep understanding of ship systems with a proactive, collaborative approach to onboard operations. His leadership skills and adaptability make him an invaluable asset in demanding maritime environments. Fluent in Greek and an independent user of English, he is known for his professionalism, technical competence, and commitment to safety and smooth vessel operation.

Ioannis Zafeiris

Greece · English, Greek

Work Experience » 3rd Engineer- Maran Dry Management » 2nd Cadet engineer- Maran Dry Management » 1st Cadet engineer- Maran Dry Management

Katerina Arvaniti

Greece · English, Greek

Katerina has been working in the yachting industry since 2018. Even though her professional career started in the area of dining, she always felt like something was missing. She desired to combine her love for the sea with new experiences, such as meeting new personalities and cultures. Working in the yachting industry gave her new goals and ambitions. She is dedicated to providing the utmost quality of service and she tries her best to achieve excellence. Her previous experience includes working on board "M/Y Jo I", "M/Y Vera" and " M/Y Happy Dolphin". Katerina enjoys snorkeling, travelling and reading. She is a positive individual, optimistic and hardworking.

Blerta Shaho

Greece · English, Greek

Blerta Shaho is a driven and enthusiastic 2nd Stewardess with a background in hospitality and guest service across both private and charter yachts. She has worked on a variety of vessels including M/Y Lady Dee, M/Y Infinitas, and M/Y Just Marie 2, where she served as both solo and second stewardess. With training in shipping management, first aid, and wine & cocktail service, Blerta combines practical service knowledge with a friendly, professional demeanor. She is multilingual—speaking Greek, English, and Albanian—and is known for her ability to multitask efficiently, maintain high standards under pressure, and bring a positive, team-oriented energy onboard. Her hands-on experience and guest-focused attitude make her a dependable and capable member of any interior team.

Aileen Landicho Canosa

Alieen is dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every aspect of the interior service meets the highest standards. She is very experienced in terms of Housekeeping, interior detailing, laundry service, basic bartending, cooking, food and beverage service, inventory management and childcare. Her previous experience include working onboard : "M/Y POLYAIGOS", "M/Y DRAGON" and "M/Y AELIA". She also speaks English, Tagalog and Basic Greek

Carol Gun

Iceland · English

Carol is a dedicated 4th Stewardess with a natural talent for creating a welcoming and comfortable environment for guests. Fluent in both English and Filipino, Carol’s exceptional interpersonal skills enable her to anticipate guest needs, resolve concerns swiftly, and foster a sense of trust and hospitality. Her ability to adapt gracefully to diverse situations and cultures highlights her professionalism and versatility.

Georgios Kyriakakis

Greece · English, Greek

Georgios is a skilled and proactive deckhand with a strong maritime background in deck operations and maintenance. He has developed expertise in navigation assistance, tender driving, watersports setup, and deck upkeep Born into a traditional Master mariners' family, he has attended seminars on maritime safety and engine control, enhancing his industry knowledge. His dedication to excellence and teamwork ensures smooth operations on board. He is fluent in Greek and English.