My yachting adventure had an unlikely start in corporate London where I worked as a PA and administrator before completing eight years as a recruitment consultant.

Then, in 2007, I took the opportunity to make an exciting career change to work with my husband as Chef and First Mate on a charter sail yacht in the Caribbean. Offering week-long charters, we sailed extensively to some of the region’s most exotic locations. This was later followed by a role as Stewardess and Crew Chef aboard a 41m M/Y. Cruising both the Caribbean and East Coast of the USA, my love for the yachting industry was confirmed.

I have since moved to France and raised a family, albeit my adventure now continues with the team at Bluewater where I am relishing bringing all my experiences together to help the next generation of crew members realise their dreams and ambitions.