Eve Grisdale

If you had asked me in school what I wanted to do for a career, I wouldn’t have had an answer. I studied travel, tourism, and secretarial skills—so perhaps I wasn’t too far off. As the saying goes, “Some of the most interesting 40-year-olds still don’t know,” and that’s how I’ve lived my life—following the path that interests me most. I discovered yachting in 2008 through a news broadcast about a growing demand for skilled professionals in the industry. That moment led to 14 incredible years at sea—six as a Deckhand and eight as a Purser. I was fortunate to work on some of the world’s largest yachts, including three new builds. Y.CO was the first management company I worked with as a Purser, and they always stood out. So when it came time to move ashore, there was no other company I wanted to join. My current role as Financial and Project Coordinator in the New Build team draws on all my previous experience and has made for a truly fulfilling transition.

One of the most amazing experiences I’ve had was hand-catching and tagging 20 sharks in the Chagos Archipelago—just another day at the office! Outside of work, I enjoy walking with my Siberian Husky, Chester, and have a passion for skiing, which I look forward to doing more now that I’m based on land. I’ve always loved cooking and trying cuisines from around the world—something I picked up while working onboard. My dream is to visit Japan, indulge in authentic sushi, and take part in a Japanese cookery class someday.