CAPTAIN - Ioannis Chalkias
Captain Ioannis is Greek born in 1959. He is an experienced and professional Captain holding a Captain’s license and has all the qualifications for his position. Ioannis has a vast experience of approx. 27 years at sea at sailing and motor yachts of various sizes. He started his career in 1993 as a captain and he has offered his services onboard M/S Mairi G, M/S Liana H., M/S Alexandros, M/S Philokalia and M/S Arktos among others.
He is a very active and pleasant person who puts all his efforts to satisfy the guests. He has extensive knowledge of the Greek coastlines and loves having guests on board, showing them hidden spots and anchorages and going on great sails. His attention to detail, diligence and positive attitude will ensure that guests are having an unforgettable experience onboard S/Y Wind of Change. Ioannis speaks English.

CHEF - Thanasis Zarimis
Thanasis was born in 1961 and he is a Greek national. He has started his carrier in 1987 on cruise ships and in 2004 entered the yachting industry. He has worked on various motor and sailing yachts suchs as Callisto, Harmony V, Panorama, Variety Voyager etc. He specializes in Mediterranean cuisines and Greek gastronomy. He has a passion for cooking and he produces exceptional dishes with fresh local ingredients which can satisfy the most demanding guests. Thanasis speaks English and enjoys cinema and travelling.

STEWARDESS– Juliana Matei Gigea Zarimis
Juliana was born in 1979 and she is Greek-Romanian. She has been working in hospitality industry for many years and before joining Wind of Change in 2023 she served on board M/Y Wind of Fortune, M/Y Variety Voyager and M/Y Callisto. Juliana is responsible for the interior of the vessel and for providing superior service to meet guests’ expectations. She has excellent communication and managerial skills and she is a great team player. She is a valuable crew member and with her welcoming and friendly personality takes good care of the guests onboard Wind of Change. She speaks English, Romanian and Greek. She enjoys swimming, theater and dancing.

ABLE SEAMAN – Lilian Maritoi
Lilian was born in 1979; he loves the sea and holds a speedboat license. He joined Wind of Change in 2015 and he has all the necessary certificates as an able seaman. Lilian is always active and full of energy to motivate guests in all sea activities. He hopes to make your stay unique and is always on hand with a smile. He speaks English, Greek and Russian. His hobbies are fishing, scuba diving, water sports and cinema.