Captain

Nikos Polychroniadis
Nationality: Greek

Captain Nikos holds the Yacht Master’s certificate and has 24 years of sea experience. Captain Nikos’ passion for the sea led him to start his career in 1996 as a skipper onboard many sailing yachts, and he had sailed in Greece and the Turkish coast. Prior to joining M/Y WHATEVER, he has served as Captain on board M/Y MAKANI, MINE TOO and NIMARA and previously as deckhand onboard M/Y OURANOS and S/Y HERMINA. Captain Nikos is known for his high level of expertise and professionalism in the luxury yachting industry. With an extensive knowledge of Greek Waters, Captain Nikos knows all the secluded bays where guests can enjoy the dramatic surroundings or can find the perfectly calm waters and the safest exclusive anchorages. He speaks fluent English and enjoys underwater fishing, mountain ski and sky diving. He is 42 years old, married with two children.

Chef

Charalampos Nakos
Nationality: Greek

After graduating from La Monde Training Institute, one of the top chef schools in Greece, and after completing further educational programs such as ‘Euro Chef’, Charalampos started his career. He was employed as Sous Chef at 5 star Greek hotels, such as Sani Resort and at 5 star restaurants. During that period he had been the private chef of a Greek ship owning family, in their private island. Further to his professional experience, Charalampos has always been keen to expand his knowledge and abilities. He has attended various seminars, including courses on Italian Cuisine (Traditional and Modern), Cuisine of the North and South France (took place in Paris), Fusion Cuisine, 5 Senses in Gastronomy to name a few. Charalampos decided to join the yachting industry in 2018 as he wanted to offer his services in a different and more private environment. Since then he has been onboard M/Y JULIE M,/Y MAKANI and M/Y PANDION and M/Y SERENITY. Charalampos is a creative person and is able to combine his modern ideas with traditional products. He is excited to present his culinary extravagances to his guests. Charalampos speaks English and Greek. He is 36 years old.

Stewardess

Kelly Trekli
Nationality: Greek

Kelly began her career at passengers ships and cruise ships as a Stewardess Assistant. In 2018 she joined the yachting industry and since then she has been as a Stewardess onboard many yachts such as GRACE, SUMMER FUN and MAKANI. Kelly has been always keen to deliver excellent service and provide solid support to the rest of the crew. Kelly’s boundless energy and pleasant personality will help make your stay aboard WHATEVER as delightful as possible. She holds all relevant certificates on fire fighting and lifesaving. Kelly speaks fluent English.

Deckhand

Dimitris Prigas
Nationality: Greek

Dimitris holds a high speed boat license. He started his career in yachting in 2010. Previously he was working for many years in the car engineering industry. Before joining the team of WHATEVER Dimitris has worked onboard many motor yachts as a deckhand. He welcomes the opportunity to instruct or assist in all water sports provided on board M/Y WHATEVER. Dimitris a hard-working person with a pleasant personality. He speaks English.