VALIUM 67 | 2023

Captain - Grigoris Stronis (Greek)
Born in 1997 on the island of Santorini, Grigoris has always been deeply intrigued by the element of water and naturally attuned to the art of hospitality. From a young age, he spent his childhood sailing, developing a strong bond with the sea. Since obtaining his Offshore Sailing Diploma in early adulthood, he has accumulated extensive experience as a skipper, leading both daily and weekly cruises, as well as participating in offshore boat deliveries. Beginning his career as a base technician, he gained valuable hands-on knowledge in maintenance and restoration, which equipped him with solid engineering skills and a problem-solving mindset. His genuine passion for the sea and his profession continues to drive him to evolve and refine his skills every day.
Education: STCW Basic Safety, RYA SRC Marine Radio, RYA Powerboat II, HORC Offshore Sailing Diploma, RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Sailing, Naval School of Piraeus, Proficiency in survival craft , ⁠advanced fire fighting certificate , ⁠GMDSS general operator certificate , medical first aid certificate , ECDIS certificate (electronic chart display info system), Naval School of Piraeus.

Chef - Georgios Kofos(Greek)
George is an Executive Head Chef with over 15 years of international culinary experience across the UK and Greece, specializing in menu development, kitchen leadership, team management, concept creation, and high-volume operations. Coming from a family of chefs and restaurateurs, his passion for the culinary arts is deeply rooted, shaping both his creative approach and engaging personality. He has built a strong career progressing through diverse kitchen environments, developing expertise in food innovation, operational efficiency, and service excellence. With a focus on fusion, food pairing, and strategic supplier relationships, he brings a commercially driven yet authentic perspective to the industry.

Stewardess - Elli Beqiri (Albanian)
Elli has 6 years of experience managing boats and 7 years in customer service. She offers excellent hospitality services and she has all the necessary licenses and certificates to ensure a safe and enjoyable maritime experience. She always demonstrates responsibility and attention to detail. She looks for ways to improve herself personally and professionally. Elli is enthusiastic about her role on VALIUM 67 and is committed to provide an exceptional experience for all charter guests.
Education: Offshore Sailing License, Speedboat License, First Aid and VHF Certificates.

Deckhand - Dimitris Psomas (Greek)
Dimitris, 25 years old, is a disciplined and highly adaptable maritime professional known for his quick thinking and calm problem-solving skills. He has worked as a crew member on sailing catamarans for several years, delivering high-quality service on weekly cruises. Dimitris performs effectively under pressure and in challenging weather conditions, always maintaining professionalism and safety standards. His responsibilities have included deck maintenance, anchoring procedures, marine assistance, and technical support tasks onboard. Dimitris is fluent in Greek and English and brings strong teamwork, reliability, and operational awareness to every role. Outside of work, he is passionate about gastronomy, sailing, horseback riding, and boxing.

Grigoris Stronis

Captain