Artemis

Crew Profile

CAPTAIN | Chris Fagan


CHEF | TBC


CHIEF STEW | Candice Jerling | South African
Originating from the shores of Cape Town, South Africa, Candice's journey in luxury yachting spans over 9 years. Interwoven into her extensive experience is her vibrant & positive personality. She is highly organized, bubbly and always smiling as she genuinely takes joy in providing every want & desire to our distinguished guests. As an accomplished explorer and adventurer, she has studied holistic medicines as well as many yoga techniques abroad. Her focus on wellness guides her approach to life, relationships, and any pursuit she brings into her heart. Candice is always up for a laugh over a delicious meal.
From her personality and years of experience, expect effortlessly outstanding service, thoughtful touches, and a commitment to making each moment onboard MY Artemis unforgettable. Candice presents a world where luxury meets attentiveness, the anticipation to the needs of others, we look forward to embarking you on a journey filled with joy, relaxation, and the wonders of the open sea.


ENGLINEER| Adam Bellstedt | South African
Adam hails from Cape Town, South Africa, and underwent a series of relocations during his childhood, residing in New Zealand, Wales (United Kingdom), London, and eventually returning to South Africa. He possesses educational background in mechatronic engineering, computer programming, and has obtained engineering certifications relevant to the yachting industry. His professional experiences include work on motor and sailing charter yachts in Spain, France, Italy, Bahamas and Turkey, encompassing roles in both deck and engineering capacities, allowing him extensive exploration of the Mediterranean in particular.
Following a hiatus, he relocated to Costa Rica to immerse himself in the country's natural beauty and pursue his passion for photography and travel. This experience prompted him to make a subsequent move to Zanzibar in Tanzania, where he indulges in the island lifestyle while furthering his abilities in computer programming. Adam finds fulfillment in the maritime environment, utilizing his engineering expertise while satisfying his desire for exploration.

Mate | Jesse Thomas | American
From the island of Martha’s Vineyard, Jesse spent most of his childhood on or near the water. After competitive dinghy sailing in both high school and college, he went on to become a high school sailing coach. After moving on from sailing frequently in his early 20s, Jesse decided to start his yachting career in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The last 6 and a half years have seen him working on several busy charter and private yachts with itineraries including Bahamas, Caribbean, Mexico, New England, and Western Mediterranean. In his free time, Jesse loves traveling, water sports, spending time outside and sitting down with a good book. His fun loving and relatable nature, along with his extensive yachting and water sports experience, will help any guests to have an amazing time onboard Artemis!

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Summer Operations
Bahamas

Winter Operations
Bahamas