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Community

What?

Superyacht Life is the unified voice of the superyacht industry — a central hub driving communication, thought leadership, and high-impact campaigns. Through bold storytelling, strategic advocacy, and collaboration, we catalyse the industry's positive impact and work to build greater social acceptance and desirability for superyachts worldwide.

How?

The Superyacht Life Foundation is driving a powerful shift in how the superyacht industry is perceived by showcasing its full spectrum of value, from innovation, craftsmanship, and philanthropy to sustainability and the unique lifestyle it embodies. Through flagship initiatives like The Honours, which honours leaders using yachting as a platform for positive change, and World Boating Day, a global effort to make yachting more accessible and inviting, we craft compelling narratives that connect and inspire. 

 

Acting as the vital bridge between the industry, mainstream media, and the wider public, our PR efforts ensure these stories reach broad and diverse audiences. By collaborating with key partners and producing high-impact campaigns, we provide a unique platform to elevate the industry alongside leading brands, while shaping a responsible, respected, and thriving future.

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The board

We're backed by a board of esteemed representatives from across the industry, driven by our long-term mission.

President U.S. Informa Boat Shows Andrew Doole

Andrew Doole

President U.S. Boat Shows

Informa

St Barths Bucket Regatta Executive Committee Member Carlos Vidueira

Carlos Vidueira

Executive Committee Member

St Barths Bucket Regatta

Feadship CMO Farouk Nefzi

Farouk Nefzi

Chief Marketing Officer

Feadship

Burgess CEO Jonathan Beckett

Jonathan Beckett

CEO

Burgess

SuperYacht Times Director Merijn de Waard

Merijn de Waard

Director

SuperYacht Times

Lürssen Director of Sales Michael Breman

Michael Breman

Director of Sales

Lürssen

WOSA Refit Partner Stefano de Vivo

Stefano de Vivo

Partner

WOSA Refit

Theo Hooning

Secretary General

Superyacht Life Foundation

The team

We love what we do

Superyacht LifeExecutive Director - Dilan Sarac

Dilan Sarac

Executive Director

Superyacht Life Programme Manager - Meri Kajaia

Meri Kajaia

Programme Manager

Superyacht Life Marketing Executive - Jessie Hale

Jessie Hale

Marketing Executive

Superyacht Life team member - Dominique Afacan

Dominique Afacan

Head of PR

Superyacht Life team member - Cristina Fonzar

Cristina Fonzar

Event Manager

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