LADY M

Crew Profile

Captain Nikos Kalafatis

Nikolas Kalafatis was born in 1994, in Athens Greece. He speaks Greek and English. Nikolas grew up in the coastal suburbs of Athens and has spent most of his life in, or in close proximity to, the sea. His involvement with sailing began at a very young age and at the age of nine he started competing in the optimist sailing class. Then he moved on to different classes and has competed in 420 and also RS:X sailboats. Nikos has participated in many sailing regattas both at national and international level and has been a member of the Hellenic National Sailing Team both in 2008 and 2010. He has been awarded with numerous medals including the Hellenic National Sailing Championship 420 class Silver Medal and the Hellenic National Sailing Championship RS:X class bronze and silver medals. His passion for the sea led him to offshore yacht racing, where he has been competing the last years. His career in sailing started as crew on offshore deliveries both in Greece and abroad and progressed to a permanent crew position on a number of very impressive superyachts, but his love for sailing led him to pursue a career as a professional sailboat skipper. As a skipper, Nikos has completed a number of national and international yacht deliveries and holiday charters. He holds a RYA Yachtmaster Offshore License commercially endorsed for both sail and power driven vessels and a valid Seaman’s Book. He has a great experience of more than 5 years on the maintenance and boar repair. He was also the main organizer of a flotilla of 106 people sailing trip in France and has also skippered power catamaran for the famous filming “Gordon go Greek” with Gordon Ramsay for ITV. His sociable and pleasant character gives him the ability to make people feel at ease near him, and his knowledge and skills provide a sense of security to his guests. Always trying to upgrade the level of his services, he will go on and beyond to provide a satisfying experience personalized for each of his guests. His interests other than sailing include surfing, exercising and travelling.

Chef Sofia Spyridakou
Chef Sofia Spyridakou is a highly skilled and passionate culinary professional from Greece, bringing a diverse background in international cuisine. She holds a Chef Diploma from PIVA Cooking School in Antwerp, where she specialized in Belgian and French cuisine with a strong focus on pastry. Her career in the culinary world has taken her across various high-end restaurants and hotels, where she gained extensive experience in fine dining and creative gastronomy. She has worked as a Chef de Partie and Sous-Chef in renowned establishments, including Hôtel Les Diablons in Switzerland, Het Boothuys in Massenhoven, and Van der Valk Hotel in Antwerp. Sofia's ability to adapt to different culinary environments has allowed her to master a wide array of techniques, from traditional Balinese and Korean cuisine to allergen-free and vegetarian cooking. Her expertise extends to menu creation, recipe development, and plating, all while ensuring efficiency in a fast-paced kitchen setting. Her passion for healthy living and nutrition led her to pursue additional studies in mental health and nutrition, complementing her role as a chef. Sofia is also a certified yoga instructor, trained in Hatha, Vinyasa, and Ashtanga Yoga in Bali. Her experience in yachting includes working as a chef aboard sailing catamarans, where she managed provisioning and prepared exquisite meals tailored to guests’ preferences. With her meticulous attention to detail and commitment to delivering top-tier culinary experiences, Sofia ensures that every meal onboard is both delicious and memorable. When she’s not in the kitchen, she enjoys hiking, meditation, playing the piano, dancing, and traveling.

Stewardess Anna Kasioti
Anna Kasioti is a dedicated and versatile crew member with extensive experience in both interior and exterior yacht operations. Born and raised in Greece, she combines a strong work ethic with a warm and welcoming personality, ensuring an outstanding level of service for all guests onboard. Her background includes studies in Fashion Design and Clothing Production in Thessaloniki, as well as ongoing education in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering at IEK Akmi in Athens. Her professional journey in the yachting industry has been extensive, working aboard a variety of sailing and motor yachts, including M/Y Mamaa’s, S/Y Namaste, S/Y Atlantis, and M/Y Elen V. Anna has taken on roles as a hostess, cook, and stewardess/deckhand, making her a well-rounded asset to any crew. Her skills include line handling, yacht detailing, silver service, bartending, and minor repairs. Additionally, she has experience with yacht transfers as a second mate, covering monohulls and catamarans across Greece’s beautiful waters. Beyond yachting, Anna has a background in sales, visual merchandising, and restaurant hosting, which has equipped her with excellent communication and organizational skills. She holds a Powerboat License, Silver Service certification, and STCW Basic Safety Training. Her love for the sea and travel, combined with her adaptability and problem-solving abilities, make her an invaluable part of any yacht crew. With her keen eye for detail and commitment to excellence, Anna ensures that guests enjoy a seamless and luxurious experience onboard.

Deckhand

Dimitrios Strantzalis
Dimitrios Strantzalis is an active and enthusiastic individual with a profound love for the sea and a strong passion for watersports, including surfing, wakeboarding, foiling, and snowboarding. He is also trained in self-defense, particularly Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. His dedication to maintaining a strong work ethic and his ability to bring energy and adaptability to the crew make him a valuable addition to any yachting team. Dimitrios holds a High School Diploma and has studied photography at IEK AKMI, as well as electrical work during his service in the Hellenic Navy. He possesses a Powerboat License for vessels up to 23 meters and is proficient in survival craft and rescue boats, with advanced firefighting and medical first aid certifications pending. His experience in the yachting industry includes working as a deckhand aboard the Leopard Catamaran 51 in the summer of 2019 and the Ferretti 62 in the summer of 2022. Most recently, he worked at NAVI Oceandis Antiparos in the summer of 2024 as a dockmaster and tender services operator, overseeing fleet provisioning, cleaning, and docking operations. Additionally, Dimitrios has experience as a dayworker on a 30m Perini Navi sailing yacht in the winter of 2023-24 and as an assistant at a ski school and watersports facility during the summer season of 2023-24. His skills include working efficiently under pressure, learning and adapting quickly, and maintaining a strong sense of responsibility. Fluent in both Greek and English, Dimitrios is well-prepared to provide excellent service and contribute to the smooth operation of any yacht.