Captain Ben brings over 25 years of maritime experience to the helm of WATERCOLOURS, with a career that spans charter, private yachts, and offshore operations. A seasoned and hands-on leader, Ben holds a USCG 3000GT license and has expertly captained vessels across the U.S. East Coast, the Bahamas, Caribbean, and Central America. His calm, guest-focused demeanor ensures a safe and seamless charter experience, while his extensive background in engineering and shipyard projects brings added confidence to every voyage.

Having served as both build captain and engineer on multiple yachts, including a lead role during the construction of the 98’ Raybury, Ben is as comfortable managing refits as he is orchestrating unforgettable guest experiences. His tenure includes operating vessels up to 265 feet and running dynamic charter programs from the Exumas to New England.

Whether towing sport fishers for diving adventures, leading high-end charters, or maintaining impeccable yacht standards, Captain Ben is known for his professionalism, approachability, and dedication to excellence.

Jorge is an engineer by profession and a sailor by nature. He discovered his passion for the sea at an early age and decided to enroll in nautical school. Upon graduation, he began his career on merchant ships, sailing throughout the Pacific and the Caribbean.

After years on the commercial side, Jorge made the leap to the yachting industry, thus giving his career a new direction, and allowing him to explore new areas in the Mediterranean and the Atlantic. He has accumulated 15 years of experience since switching to the refined luxury of the yachting world. Some of his interests include fishing, camping, cooking, and woodworking.

Chef Amy Wiffen is a versatile and passionate culinary expert with a wealth of experience in both private and charter yacht settings. Known for her ability to cater to diverse palates, dietary preferences, and nutritional needs, Amy consistently delivers unforgettable dining experiences for guests and crew alike. Her culinary philosophy emphasizes adaptability and a refusal to say “no” when it comes to fulfilling guest requests, making her a favorite among yacht owners and charter clients.

With certifications from renowned institutions like the Ashburton Chef’s Academy and the Bangkok Thai Cooking Academy, Amy excels in a variety of cuisines, including vegan and Asian gastronomy. She has held key positions on yachts such as M/Y Fabulous Character and M/Y Reflections, where she managed high-pressure charter schedules and curated multi-course menus for both intimate and large gatherings.

Amy’s attention to detail extends beyond her culinary creations, as she takes pride in maintaining a well-organized galley and ensuring a smooth dining experience under any circumstances. Her easy-going nature, sense of humor, and strong work ethic have earned her repeat freelance contracts and praise from captains and guests.

In her free time, Amy enjoys creative writing, exploring new culinary experiences, hiking, scuba diving, and wine tasting.

Karly has extensive experience in both private and charter yachts, including her recent role as Chief Stewardess aboard M/Y Mirabella (48m Trinity). She expertly managed a busy dual-season program, orchestrating elaborate events, overseeing interior operations, and liaising with the galley to ensure impeccable meal service. Her accomplishments include planning large-scale onboard events, managing interior projects under tight deadlines, and training interior teams.

Karly’s creative expertise was recognized at prestigious industry events, winning 1st Place in Tablescaping at the Antigua Charter Yacht Show (December 2022) and the Newport Charter Yacht Show (June 2023).

Karly’s enthusiasm, creativity, and team-oriented mindset make her a valued member of any crew. She thrives in high-energy environments and takes pride in mentoring her team while maintaining a professional and welcoming atmosphere for guests.

Interests: Karly enjoys hiking, photography, exploring new destinations, and capturing the essence of adventure in every journey. Her diverse interests bring an engaging and lively dynamic to the guest experience.

Nicole grew up in a small town near Cape Town, South Africa. After she finished high school, she did an introduction course in Human Resource Management. While taking her courses, she took a waitressing job, which caused her love of people and socialising to grow.

Spending most of her life in the same place, Nicole deduced she wanted a change of scenery. She moved upstate to Johannesburg to pursue better job opportunities, and landed a job doing administrative work for a security company. Despite the new job and locale, Nicole still felt called to go see the world. She found the perfect fit in yachting, merging together her love of people and new places.

Nicole has travelled and gained a lot of experience during the last 2 years working on super yachts. If you haven’t already guessed – she is a very social person and loved to have a laugh. She can (and will) talk to anyone!

Lynton grew up in a small German farming community called Warburg, in the KwaZulu-Natal district of South Africa. After high school he finished his Master’s Degree in Environmental Sciences, Lynton is an avid fisherman, and those hours on the water sparked a keen interest in the yachting industry, which he joined in 2016.

Lynton has an incredibly positive attitude and is always willing to help wherever needed. Guest satisfaction and safety are his top priorities. With his smile and happy demeanour, you will find his company refreshing. Lynton is ready to make your experience on WATERCOLOUR a memorable one!

Coenie (pronounced Koo-nee) is a lively 24 year old from South Africa and has been in the yachting industry for 3 years. Before he started working on big beautiful boats, he was a safari guide and wildlife photographer for 5 years. Coenraad came to yachting to follow his dream of making people’s lives better with music. He is an animal lover with 2 cats (Cat and Oreo) and 2 dogs (Loha and Tessa living back home in Pretoria.

In the next 5 years he sees himself still traveling the world with his guitar, longboard, and surfboard, making music for new friends, telling stories around campfires and taking home all the memories and pictures he can.

Andrew is originally from the Pacific Northwest. He joined yachting in 2019 after working on commercial fishing trawlers in Alaska. He also liked that the weather was warmer and he wouldn’t always smell like fish.

Andrew’s passion for seafaring is only exceeded by his sense of adventure, which go hand in hand. He plans to work as an officer on container ships after yachting. In his free time, Andrew loves to cook, camp, and dance.