LIFE IS NOW

Captain Jeremy Hansberger brings 20 years of ocean experience to luxury catamaran charters, combining master-level technical seamanship with high-end hospitality. Raised on a self-sustaining family farm, he translates a strong, hands-on work ethic into the seamless management of complex marine systems and the delivery of top-tier guest services.

As a USCG Licensed Captain, ASA Sailing Instructor, and PADI Dive Instructor, Jeremy holds extensive operational experience commanding power and sailing catamarans -including Lagoon, Bali, Leopard, Fountaine Pajot, Moon, and Dufour models-throughout the Caribbean and U.S. coastal waters. His technical proficiency spans vessel diagnostics, Victron power management setups, Starlink configurations, watermakers, and generator maintenance. Coupled with a solid background in restaurant operations, training, and management, Captain Jeremy delivers high-end charter experiences defined by uncompromising safety, gourmet culinary awareness, and personalized guest care.

Certifications:

• USCG 100-Ton Master
• Inland & Near Coastal
• STCW Basic Safety Training
• Maritime Safety
• ABYC Certification
• Vessel Systems & Standards
• ASA Instructor 101–118: Sail, Keelboat & Offshore
• PADI Staff Instructor & SSI Dive Instructor

Chef Sandy trained at Ashburton Chefs' Academy in the United Kingdom a few years after earning her undergraduate and graduate degrees in Business. She loves preparing delicious meals for guests and introducing people to the seafaring lifestyle! She stars in her very own cooking show called “Cooking with Yacht Chef Sandy” and loves to showcase meals she makes aboard for her Roku TV and YouTube viewers.

Prior to taking to the ocean, she led the Corporate life, having worked Internationally in Australia, Italy, London, India and Thailand. She spent her first career on Wall Street in technology-related roles for a Fortune 100 Firm and a few extra years as a Management Consultant, also in Technology. These experiences have played in to the professionalism she brings to managing her galley and understanding the needs and desires of guests on board.

Sandy has been cooking since the age of 10 and she loves to get creative in the galley and serve up tasty snacks and beautiful meals to guests. In addition to serving as Chef aboard, Sandy is a PADI Divemaster and a USCG Certified 100 Ton Master Captain with blue water experience on the high seas. Some of Sandy’s favorite spots are the Virgin Islands (especially Waterlemon Cay and North Sound!) and the Exuma Islands of the Bahamas.

Sandy has been in the charter industry since 2007, first as a yacht owner, and later as Crew. In 2013, she added a 38’ day charter motor yacht based in New York to the fleet. 2015 brought a second motor yacht operating day charters in Long Island Sound and the charter operation was running in full swing. In 2017, Sandy, with a business partner, purchased a 2017 Lagoon 620 Essence Edition, and ran that yacht as owner-operator.

This chapter brings Sandy into the realm of cheffing aboard the gorgeous power cat “Life is Now” where she will treat her guests to delicious meals aboard an amazing vessel.

Certifications:

• STCW Basic Safety Training
• PADI Divemaster
• 100 Gross Ton USCG Master Captain’s License (currently being renewed)
• Graduate of Ashburton Cookery School, Devon UK

Kaiden posses a strong combination of hands-on marine experience, watersports expertise, and a genuine passion for life on the water to luxury yacht charters. With experience spanning yacht operations, scuba diving, snorkeling, fishing, e-foiling, surfing, paddleboarding, and tender operations, he brings an adaptable and safety-conscious approach to every day on board.

His background in guest service, technical support, and team leadership has developed strong problem-solving skills and an ability to remain calm and professional in fast-paced environments. He takes pride in maintaining a clean, organized vessel while supporting the captain and ensuring guests receive attentive, personalized service throughout their charter.

Kaiden is committed to building a long-term career in the yachting industry. His hands-on work ethic, technical mindset, and enthusiasm for watersports make him a versatile and dependable member of the crew.

Whether preparing the yacht for a day on the water, assisting with watersports and tender operations, or helping guests discover the best of the destination, Kaiden brings energy, professionalism, and a genuine enjoyment of the ocean to every charter.

Certifications:

• STCW Basic Safety Training
• Level 2 Food safety / hygiene
• USCG OUPV (6-Pack)
• PADI Divemaster in progress