Charter Consultant, IYC

Born in the UK, Abigail graduated with a degree in BA Fashion Marketing. She started her professional career in PR and marketing across the lifestyle sector, transitioning into the yachting world at media platform Superyachts.com. It was from here she then joined IYC UK starting in sales & charter, and more recently progressing into charter management. Abigail has experienced the benefits of joining YPY early on in her career and now as a board member is enthusiastic to be apart of building this ever growing global community of young professionals.

Emmanuel, an award-winning actor, musician and entrepreneur, is the Managing Director and Founder of GF Entertainment. GFE, as it is commonly coined by clients and stakeholders, is a boutique entertainment company providing A-list artists, DJs and access to the world’s most sought-after invitation-only events for Ultra High Net Worth Individuals (UHNWIs), primarily within the Superyacht industry. Emmanuel, a fun, dynamic and professional director, has a unique 13 years experience in International Business and has been providing entertainment services within the superyacht industry since 2017.

Elise grew up on the coast of Pembrokeshire, Wales. She has been in the yachting industry for over a decade, working as chief and purser on world travelling yachts from 30 – 90 meters, both private and charter before moving ashore to become Head of Yacht expeditions at Pelorus Yachting. During this time, she has sailed across the equator in the Indian Ocean and the Atlantic, over the Arctic circle, and crossed the Atlantic numerous times.

Holding qualifications as a Sommelier of Wine, Scottish Whisky and International Bartending as well as a Diploma in Norse Mythology, she is currently studying for further qualifications in Comparative Mythology, exploring storytelling trends from all over the world.

From synchronised service and cocktails at the summit of ancient glaciers, planting coral in French Polynesia, discovering new species in Madagascar or throwing events with fireworks and live music on remote tropical islands, Elise can be found working with guests, captains and brokers to provide innovative, ethical, and unique yacht experiences all over the world.

Creative Director - ThirtyC Yacht Design

Rob has worked within the industry for over 10 years, applying his skills to some of the biggest and most reputable names in the industry. Brings a wealth of knowledge and contacts to the YPY team, Rob Works closely with all chapters on design and web projects to maintain YPY visual identity.

Assistant at Burgess

Gabriella grew up in Mallorca and worked briefly onboard as crew, before moving back to the UK to study law and philosophy at the University of Liverpool. After graduating, she first joined TJB Super Yachts and later Camper & Nicholsons as a charter broker in the London office. She is currently a trainee solicitor with maritime law firm Campbell Johnston Clark and is also the founder of Yachting Ventures - the worlds' first startup accelerator for the yachting industry.

Conrad started his career in the yachting industry nearly ten years ago, working as crew on superyachts. Four years ago, he decided to return to shore and quickly carved himself a new career in maritime security. During this last year, he designed and launched a highly successful innovative crew management software company CrewPass, running background checks on crew, which is becoming part of the standard process for marine employment and common practice by agencies, vessels and crew members.