ARTHUR’S WAY 121

Captain: Dave Smith

BIO: Captain Dave began his career in yachting over a decade ago as a sprightly young deckhand. Within a few years he had quickly progressed to becoming an officer on so e of the world’s most iconic builds, doing sea service everywhere from the Red Sea to the Pacific. No stranger to elite hospitality on land either, Captain. Dave has the unique and extraordinary accomplishment of also having developed and managed a private island in the Bahamas. Though he calls the ocean his home, he originally hails from the coastal city of Durban in South Africa. There, he developed an affinity for the warm weather and water which became his profession and past time passion. As ardent fly fisherman in his spare time, you will most likely find Calt. Dave with a small bounty of flyrods and hand tied flies protruding from his backpack, whilst dredging the rivers of Patagonia for trout of the shallows of Mexico for Bonefish.

Chief Engineer: Goran Markovic

BIO: Goran is 35 years old and comes from Croatia His extensive career as a marine engineer has seen him rise to chief engineer over the years , working on cargo ships, luxury expedition cruise ships and yachts. In 2022, Goran joined the yachting world. As a highly motivated and diligent professional, he brings wealth of experience and expertise in operating engine room machinery and equipment with an unwavering focus on safety, efficiency , and cost effectiveness. Additionally he has significant experience with dry docks, new builds, and provisioning. His enthusiasm and passion for the industry drive him to consistently deliver exceptional results while fostering a positive and collaborative team environment. In his free time he likes to swim, dive, and play tennis.

Chief Officer: Manuel Cisneros Villasana

BIO: Manuel was born in Mexico and has more than four years of experience on yachts and support vessels ranging from 30 – 90 meters. On hand Chief officer 7000gt to prove the excellent performance that guests will get. He has received great support and trust from captains and have developed all round skills in navigation, maneuvering, deck matinence, but also tender driving (jet drive/twin engine) and guest operations. He grew up by the sea and became a professional surfer at the age of 17, so waterspouts operations with guests come naturally to him. He also has experience with Atlantic crossings and he can bring combined skills from yachts and commercial vessels to be part of the team on board, giving 100% delivering standards of excellence for the owners and guest and guests.

Chief Stewardess: Alexandra Del Pozo

BIO: Chief Stewardess Alexandra Mariuxi Del Pozo Carreño was born and raised in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Her first language is Spanish, but she is also fluent in English. She started in the boating industry in 2011, working as a cruise manager in the Galapagos Islands for over six years. She transitioned to the yachting industry when a company came to Galapagos to recruit personnel to work onboard a yacht. In addition to the cruise ships in the Galapagos Islands, Alexandra also worked as chief stewardess on many private and charter boats. During her career, she has had the chance to travel to the Galapagos Islands, the Bahamas, Costa Rica, Cancun, La Paz, Turks and Caicos, and Dominican Republic, among other locations. Alexandra likes to spend time with friends and especially loves to enjoy vacation time with family. She also really appreciates a day off on the beach. On the topic of treatment of guests, she shares that “the most important thing for me is to always treat them professionally and respectfully, making their stay on board one of the most pleasant and unique experiences they ever had, without losing the touch of personal charisma that I give to each one of them.”

Deckhand: Ricardo Maldonado

BIO: Ricardo is from the beautiful Lima, Peru. His family has been in the maritime industry for three generations. He graduated from the Caribbean Maritime University in Jamaica as an officer of the navigational watch. Ricardo started in the commercial vessels but switched to the yachting industry because he saw a great opportunity plus, he gets to see wonderful places. He loves seafood and spicy food and in his free time Ricardo enjoys swimming, riding bicycles, and reading. His goal is someday to be a captain of a mega yacht.

Chef Stewardess: Oriana Pena

BIO: From the sunny days of her childhood by the beach, Oriana has felt a deep connection to the sea. Growing up surrounded by the marine breeze and waves ignited a passion for nautical life that led her to study Merchant Marine at the Maritime University of the Caribbean in Venezuela. Throughout her yachting career, Oriana has had the privilege of working in the deck, interior, and galley departments, demonstrating unmatched adaptability and dedication. Today, she excels as a Stewardess, combining her extensive knowledge of service with a special talent for cooking, adding a personal touch to every meal on board.

Outside of work, Oriana explores marine life through snorkeling and enjoys water activities like kayaking and paddleboarding. She also takes pleasure in solving sudokus, assembling puzzles, and immersing herself in a good book. Her positive energy and genuine love for her work shine through in every guest interaction, creating memorable and authentic experiences.