YOUR CREW

CAPTAIN JOHN KING

JK is your host and is here to ensure your safety and that your stay with us is the most memorable and
luxurious sea going experience possible. He leads a team of relaxed, confident and skilled professionals to deliver an
exceptional service. John takes great pride in his crew and is confident in their abilities to satisfy your every need.
John has been at sea for over 30 years and been virtually everywhere there is salt water. He served in the Royal Navy
for 19 years ultimately as the captain of a destroyer before switching to the equally demanding luxury yacht world.
John is qualified to captain commercial vessels of up to 3,000 tons.

FIRST OFFICER - TIM WAYTE

As First officer is second in command of the yacht , Duties include Medical and Security
officer, and overseas the deck and tender operations. Tim first went to sea at the age of 17,
in the fishing industry off the west coast of Australia, and since then worked with Captain
JK on his previous 3 yachts. He is a qualified shipwright with 10 years experience in ship
and yacht construction, he is also a master scuba diver and instructor. All things about the
sea fuel his passion especially fishing and he would be delighted to take guests out.

SECOND OFFICER JESSICA AYLING

As Second officer Jesss main role is as the yachts navigation and radio officer. She makes
sure we know where we are. Jess hails from Weymouth, a seaside town in the south of
England, She grew up Sailing, Diving and generally being a water baby! After 7 years
working in the yachting industry . Interests include Ski ing, Diving, Crossfit and the Gym.

BOSUN ASHER WATSON

Asher is the Guru of watersports and toys, every possible way to enjoy the sea, from
floating enjoying a cocktail to the extreme sports like swimming with sharks and
kitesurfing. He grew up in Wellington , New Zealand. From school he joined the
military, spending 7 years in the Armoured Corp working in tanks. 5 years ago
switched from land to sea and has already gained his yacht master certificate.

DECKHANDS
You can usually recognize the deckhand by their fabulous tan. They work the exterior bringing the sparkle to
Lady S and giving her the attention to detail she deserves. More importantly to our guests, they are all fully
qualified to drive the tenders bringing you to and from the yacht, and help you too make sure you make the most
of our jet skis, seabobs and other water toys. They are also always on hand to apply suntan lotion!

Sam Browne

Oliver Chambers
Olly for short, comes from sunny
Bournemouth, UK . Has a
diploma in outdoor sports, and is
Lady S water sports instructor.
He has been in yachting since
2010, enjoys skiing/
snowboarding and sailing.

From a very young age, Sam

learnt to sail in his home town
of Derbyshire, UK. Recently he
finished his studies with a
degree of Ecology and
conservation. Sam enjoys the
outdoors, crossfit , climbing and
snow boarding.

David Green

Adam Harber
David is from Portsmouth, the
sailing capitol of England, after
completing his studies and a stint
as a naked waiter, he started his
career in super yachting 2013.
Interests include motorbikes,
cycling, the gym, skiing and
wakeboarding

Adam is our youngest crew

member but has the largest
feet particularly handy when
it comes to water sports.
Born into a large family from
Kent in the UK. Studied
maths, physics, economics as
part of his foundation degree.
Interests include rugby,
skiing and time at the gym.

ENGINEERING TEAM
Our Engineering team are highly skilled professionals who ensure that M/Y Lady S is operating at her maximum
potential, both in terms of performance and safety. They work around the the clock to monitor all systems to make
sure everything is running at an optimum level so our guests can fully enjoy the Lady S experience. Most of their work
is behind the scenes but should not go unnoticed.

Chief Engineer , Sean Kearon

Sean is from the Midlands of the UK. He started his career with a Cadetship on cruise ships and
once qualified he moved to super yachts. He has great joy in rebuilding CAT C9 generators
along with the service and maintenance of anything to do with engineering. Sean loves the
travel associated with the industry as well as Tennis, Golf and supporting the Derby County
Football club, he would like to own it one day!

Second Engineer, Daniel Pedersen

Daniel started his career at sea on
Windjammers as an ordinary
seaman. He got a taste for the salty
life and got himself an education as
Marine Engineer. Daniel has a
passion for Boxing and is a trained
instructor, so whether it is a
technical question or boxing
related, Daniel is the guy to ask.

ETO (electro-technical officer),Daniel Briggs

Daniel Briggs is from New
Zealand, and worked in IT on
yachts over the last 6 years. He is
responsible for your AV and IT
enjoyment on board and can help
you in everything from connecting
your iPhone to recommending one
of our thousands of recent movies.

INTERIOR TEAM
Our Interior team plays a vital role in making your Lady S experience a luxuriously memorable one. Their duties
range from housekeeping to service, including truly remarkable dining experiences and generating a welcoming
yet sophisticated atmosphere onboard at all times.

Chief Steward, Lindsay Nicholas

Having worked in the
luxury hotel, airline and
super yacht industry, this
matriarch to the interior
team is the champion in
composing an ambience of
warmth, style and flair.

2nd Stewardess, Annabelle Wiley

Annabelle comes from
Marlborough, New Zealand,
where her family own a
vineyard. She studied
marketing, finance and
history before joining the
super yacht industry working
on M/Y Sarafsa for the last 4
years, loves skiing, kick
boxing and travel.

Executive Chef, Barry Orr

New Zealand born , Barry has
worked in the superyacht
industry for 27 years to owners
in some of the most exclusive
luxury destinations world wide,
executing the perfect dish. His
interests are golf, cinema and
literature .

Sous Chef, Yasmin Haywood

Hales from Nottingham, like
Robin Hood. From an early age
knew she wanted to be a chef
being exposed to fine food by her
family. 2 years formal training,
loves baking and Thai food.
Interests include bee keeping and
archery, sports (even played
hockey for England)

STEWARDESSES & LAUNDRY

Our stewardesses are a lovely bunch that make up the interior. They are here to make you feel at home by
ensuring that your cabin is impeccable at all times, clothes are perfectly pressed and you are well fed. Please dont
hesitate to ask for anything, from massages to the latest weather forecast the will be delighted to oblige.

Meagan Cullen - Housekeeper

Megan is from Hillingdon,
west London, studied
textiles, art, and later
specialist hair and make-up.
During this time she has
competed in the world
championships in Irish
dancing. Hobbies include
fashion and snorkelling.

Yekaterina Yegorova - Beautician

Is Moldovian born, Scottish
breed. She studied Beauty
Therapy from an earl age,
managing some of the most
luxurious spas in the world.
Interests include travel,
equestrian, health and beauty
and is now here to relax you
and pamper you using her
expertise .

Annabel Quaife - Service

We call her Belle, And like
typical kiwis are usually
found along way from home
travelling the world.
Previously worked on M/Y
Pelorus and studied fine arts
hobbies include fitness and
sports

Sherwin Apilar - Laundry

Sherwin is our Philippine
Laundry Guru and our very
own stain wizard. When he
can get ashore he loves to
spend his spare time on the
basket ball courts.