LADY 8

Captain | Jean-Philippe Steele

Jean-Philippe is a seasoned and trilingual Yacht Captain with an impressive and successful track record. His love for sailing ignited at a young age, and since the eighties, preparing and racing boats has been his true passion. Over the years, he has participated in renowned races such as the Antigua Race Week, Fastnet Race, and America's Cup, achieving remarkable results. Beyond his expertise in sailing, Jean-Philippe has also excelled as a captain overseeing various yacht refits. This experience has granted him extensive technical knowledge, making him exceptionally knowledgeable about yachts inside and out.

Mate | William Duke

With a solid foundation of eight years of experience on both Sailing and Motor Yachts, William's primary focus lies in advancing his practical knowledge and qualifications in engineering. Working at sea in a dynamic environment has become a genuine passion that motivates and drives him. Coming from a construction background, William has a keen interest in carpentry, form design, and sculpture. He is fascinated by finish materials and functional aesthetics. Alongside his love for engineering and craftsmanship, he has also pursued sports, making him a keen sportsman. Growing up by the sea in Cornwall, water sports have become a source of great enjoyment for him. Additionally, William has a family history in motor sports, particularly Formula 1, which is a deep-rooted passion. Exploring new coastlines with a fishing rod or hike into the wild with a tent is a happy place for William! But perhaps his biggest passion and ultimate goal is building and designing the perfect tool shed/workshop base to self-build, self sufficient unique experience accommodations - using repurposed structures such as shipping containers and utilising off grid technologies.

Cook / Stewardess | Sanja Cukon

With an extensive background of more than eight years in the yachting industry, Sanja has cultivated independence and confidence in every aspect of the interior department. Beyond her maritime experience, she holds a master's degree in economics and has successfully managed her own business. She enjoys traveling and exploring new places and cultures, meeting people all over the world and uses every
opportunity to travel. She likes to keep fit on a regular basis: her favourite are outdoor pursuits such as hiking, yoga and mindfulness. Her biggest passion lies in interior design, and she is constantly seeking opportunities to enhance her knowledge through new courses and events.


Deckhand | Hugo

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