Wyldecrest

Captain - Ivan Georgiev
Captain Ivan has been working in the yachting industry for the past 22 years, and in the role of captain for the last 10. He has a wealth of experience on both commercial and private vessels, cruising along the world’s finest coastlines throughout the Mediterranean, Adriatic and Ionian seas. Whether providing perfectly timed sunset cruises on the Amalfi Coast or working as a team to pull off challenging charters in remote locations like Brazil, Ivan is truly passionate about his work. He prides himself on finding remote anchorages and secluded bays away from the crowds in perfect conditions to give his guests the best possible experience, and can’t wait to welcome you on board Wyldecrest.

Deckhand - Xander Schwarzer
Xander has spent the last two years as a deckhand on board a variety of superyachts, and now joins the crew on Wyldecrest. He is extremely passionate about the yachting industry and plans to one day become a captain. Full of fun, Xander is also has a range of watersports experience, and will make sure guests have a great time making the most of the water toys on board.

Waldemar Stephan - Chef
Born in Poland, Waldemar began helping in his mother’s and grandmother’s kitchen from an early age, and then in the restaurant of a family friend. His passion for cooking was so strong that the obvious career path for him was gastronomy, so he began to study his craft at a technical culinary school in his hometown. Waldemar’s talent grew and his ambitious nature soon led him out of Poland and into the world. First, he headed to London, where he honed his craft under the supervision of a well-known celebrity chef. After this he headed to France and Cyprus, developing his modern European, Mediterranean and Asian cuisine. Finally, Waldemar made the decision to combine his love of travel with his love of cooking, which brought him to the yachting industry. He prides himself on creating spectacular dishes, refined and tailored to the tastes of each party, and looks forward to welcoming you on board Wyldecrest.

Chief Stewardess - Matachley Salmon
My name is Matachley Salmon, born and raised in the vibrant Jacaranda City of Pretoria, South Africa, and now calling the beautiful Mother City of Cape Town home. With a diverse background in customer service, operations, event coordination, and fashion, I transitioned into the yachting industry in pursuit of my next great adventure—combining my land-based expertise with a passion for travel and hospitality.
Beyond yachting, I’m deeply passionate about nature and photography, with a long-term goal of becoming a nature and culture photographer. Now in my third season, I’m thrilled to embark on my first journey aboard this stunning Sunseeker as your stewardess.
We look forward to welcoming you aboard M/Y Wyldecrest this summer and creating an unforgettable experience for you.