Crew Profiles

CAPTAIN Michael Gkouveris

Captain Michalis is a highly experienced Greek charter captain with over 15 years at sea and more than 100,000 nautical miles sailed, including the last decade as a professional charter captain. He has extensive and intimate knowledge of the Greek islands and the Mediterranean, making him exceptionally well-placed to deliver safe, smooth and memorable yachting experiences.
Throughout his career, Captain Gkouveris has captained a wide range of high-profile sailing and motor yachts, including Wally 106ft, Swan 80ft, Lagoon 500, and several charter yachts up to 26 metres. His background spans both charter and commercial vessels, supported by formal training at the Merchant Marine Academy of Aspropyrgos.
He is known for his calm leadership style, strong seamanship and deep respect for guest safety, comfort and privacy. Professional, discreet and highly client-focused, he consistently upholds the highest operational and service standards onboard.
Captain Gkouveris holds all required certifications, including Captain Class B & C licenses, full STCW training, GMDSS certification, and additional qualifications such as SSI Diver. Fluent in both Greek and English, he communicates easily with international guests and crew alike.
Beyond his technical expertise, he brings a genuine passion for sailing, yacht handling and guest experience, combined with a creative eye for photography and video. His experience and character make him a trusted and valuable asset onboard, fully aligned with the standards expected of a premium charter yacht.


COOK/HOSTESS Gencer Aktas Gözde

Gözde is a versatile Chef / Stewardess with around six years of experience in the yachting industry on private and charter yachts between 28m and 45m. She has progressed from Stewardess and Housekeeping roles to Chief Stewardess and Cook / Stew, developing strong skills in interior management, guest service, and galley operations.
A self-taught chef, she prepares fresh, simple, and well-presented meals for owners, guests, and crew, and is confident managing the galley independently while supporting interior duties. She is experienced working in small, dynamic crews, values teamwork, and is able to assist on deck during manoeuvres and mooring when required.
Gözde is known for her friendly, organised, and professional attitude, maintaining a positive presence onboard. She holds STCW certification, a valid medical certificate, and speaks English (B2), with basic German and Spanish.


DECKHAND DIMOS MATZARAS

Dimos was born in 1991 in Pella, north Greece. Despite he is a new entry in yachting, Dimos has showed his enthusiasm in sailing. Holding the sailing and power boat certificate, he is a helpful hand on deck. Moreover, he has many years of experience in service and he had worked as a bar man and waiter in restaurants, bars and clubs. From his excellent social skills and his cooperation with the chef by helping her with the service, a memorable experience is provided aboard. Dimos holds a car engineer and electrician certificate and he could inspect and face with any possible failure will come up. Polite, willing, funny, Dimos is ready to welcome you aboard.