AMORE CREW
AMORE is home to a crew with an exceptional reputation. With a combined 100+ years of yachting experience, the crew on AMORE is on a mission to create extraordinary experiences for all guests onboard.
CAPTAIN
Scott
Scott was born in Sydney but grew up on the West Coast in Perth, Western Australia. Drawn to luxury yachting from an early age, Scott used to ogle at brand luxury mega yachts built by Oceanfast docked beside the local fish and chip shop in Fremantle, the once temporary home of the Americas Cup.
Scott learned to sail on the river and volunteered with the local sea rescue group. This experience made it easy for him to step into four years of nighttime and weekend work with the local ferry company while he completed a degree in project management. His first project management job saw him working 400 miles inland on the construction of a nickel mine.
Completely unimpressed by the remoteness from the ocean, on his return he packed everything and headed to France to seek work aboard a luxury yacht. In no time he secured a deckhand role on a yacht in 1999 that ironically was refitted in Australia. On his thirtieth birthday, Scott was docking a 60-meter Feadship at the Monaco Yacht Show as captain.
During his time in luxury yachting, Scott has traveled the Panama, Kiel, and Suez Canals, the Indian, Pacific, and Atlantic oceans, Scandinavia, the Mediterranean, Croatia, the Caribbean, Hawaii, Fiji, Indonesia, the Maldives, and more. Scott is recognized as a subject matter expert in Oracle’s Primavera P6 Project Planning software, having spent equal time yachting on multibillion-dollar mining, IT, and transport projects. He is passionate about yacht design and making the world a better place for future generations.
CHEF
Etienne
Cooking is Etienne passion! After receiving his culinary diploma, he worked as an apprentice in top-tier restaurants and hotels, perfecting his gastronomic skills along the way, and eventually taking on the position of Executive Chef at The Arcadia in France.
He then continued his culinary journey as a private chef, catering to an international clientele at sea, while occasionally returning to the restaurant scene. His curious nature led him abroad, where he broadened his horizons in kitchens around the world.
Along the way, he learned from masters of regional cuisine, including talented home cooks! His rule has always been to stay close to the roots when approaching international cuisines.
FIRST MATE
PJ
PJ is a bundle of energy born in South Africa who started his yachting career in 2017 and loved the ocean since. PJ will always be seen with a big smile on his face and eager to help and give a hand where needed. PJ enjoys diving, running, swimming, and any activity that gets the blood pumping.
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PJ always ensures that everything works and runs as smoothly as possible to give the best experience and memories for the guests. With his vast knowledge of the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and Bahamas you’ll be sure to get to know the best spots.
CHIEF STEW
CARLA
Carla is a fun-loving, friendly girl who grew up on a horse farm in the heart of the Cradle of Humankind in South Africa.
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When she isn’t working hard to ensure that everyone is happy and relaxed, she enjoys hiking, running, reading or spending the day at the beach with her friends. She has a particular love for children and animals and enjoys making sure they are feeling loved. Since she began her yachting journey, she has honed her hosting skills to an art.
ENGINEER
Charles
For the past 22 years, Charles has navigated the waters as a Marine Engineer, with a splendid 11 of those years immersed in the world of yachting. His journey includes serving as the Chief or sole engineer on a majestic 110ft vessel for 2 years, a 114ft for 14 months, a 103ft for 7 years, and a 143ft before embarking on his current maritime adventure.
Charle's foundational experiences and hands-on wisdom were forged in the military, which seamlessly transitioned into his thriving career in yachting. He carries the essential qualities that ensure a high degree of professionalism, making him a valuable asset to on board Amore. With a diligent spirit and an eagerness to expand his horizons, he is ready to embrace new challenges.
His technical expertise is complemented by a deep understanding of maritime safety and efficiency, always prioritizing the well-being of guests, crew and vessel. Beyond his engineering skills, Charles is passionate about mentoring junior crew members, sharing knowledge that empowers the next generation of marine professionals. In his free time, he enjoy exploring new technologies and innovations in sustainable energy, which he believes are the future of the industry. Charles is excited to share his skills and enthusiasm.
SECOND STEW
Julia
Julia is an adventurous spirit from Poland, with a passion for both the great outdoors and the art of yachting. She started her career as a flight attendant and then eventually finding her calling on the water she stepped into yachting. When she's not cycling, hiking, or enjoying a good board game, Julia can be found behind the bar, crafting drinks. She loves combining ingredients together, finding the process deeply satisfying—like cooking but with quicker, more immediate results. Julia is known for her friendly and approachable nature, always eager to make new connections and share her love of life, whether through her active lifestyle, her love of good food, or her mixology skills.
DECK HAND
Patrick
Patrick is an American deck team member hailing from Long Island, New York. Growing up on the water, Patrick has extensive personal and professional experience with power boating, dinghy and keelboat sailing/racing, boat repair and restoration, jet skis, and diving. In his years before yachting, he restored multiple power boats and sail boats and owned many more. He also has a strong professional background in photography and automotive/marine mechanics. After working on an 80m charter vessel in 2021/22, Patrick took two years to earn his MBA (Master’s in Business Administration) concentrating in Marketing and Consulting. During this program, he earned a perfect GPA, taught recitations for undergraduate statistics and graduate financial accounting, was the lead host for the School of Management’s podcast and earned multiple award scholarships through a competitive selection process. During this time, he also earned his PADI Divemaster and continued working in maritime gaining experience as master aboard harbor cruise vessels local to the Buffalo, NY area.
Patrick returned to yachting in 2024 as the Chase Boat Captain servicing a 50m new-build mothership and is now a valued part of the deck team on AMORE. Patrick is actively working towards his Chief Officer ticket and is aspiring to become a Captain aboard a larger yacht and use his MBA to build a successful charter program.
