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COO & CFO:  Daraius Nawroze is an international and highly experienced business strategist and Finance expert. Having worked for 30 years at HSBC Global Banks and markets at Chief Operating Officer and Board level, he is a true leader in developing and implementing business strategy. Last based in Hong Kong, Daraius chaired Governance, Risk Management and Financial Crime Risk Management. Core Competencies include: Strategic Planning; Business Development; Growth; Audit, Risk Management; Operations Management; and Corporate Governance. Daraius was a member of the Investment Bank Risk Management Committee for Asia.

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR: The technical division of Ekokat is headed up by Jake Cronk, the managing director of Twisted Marine, who specialise in the re-engineering and performance improvement of reputable yacht brands. He has decades of experience as a mechanical engineer of both boats and motor vehicles and was a valued part of the Mercedes F1/FE engineering racing team. Twisted Marine carry out the build-stage sign-offs of all Ekokat yachts and also provides the ongoing yacht warranty after delivery. Twisted Marine also own Scorpion RIBS, widely accepted as best RIBs in the world for their unique hull design. 

DIRECTOR OF YACHT MANAGEMENT: The yacht management and charter division of Ekokat is guided by Ekokat shareholder YAM Yacht Agent Montenegro, providing highly professional and specialist yacht and super yacht management services in Montenegro. To EkoKat, post-sale service is as equally important as the sale of the yacht itself. Clients that buy our managed yachts can be assured of the highest level of professional guardiennage. Total hassle free yachting for our owners is always our goal. YAM's Managing Director Dejan Janković, also sits on the executive board of directors of EkoKat. 

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SPECIALIST MARINE CONSULTANT AND ADVISOR : Philip Jones, 25 year veteran in all things marine from yachts to marina development joined EkoKat's advisory board almost from day one of learning of the yacht and the project. As well as PJ consultancy Philip has held the role of director of all things marine with the Orascom group, responsible for many marina and property developments including the world famous El Ghouna desert/Red Sea marina complex. Based at Lustica Marina itself as Marine Director, EkoKats main base in the Mediterranean, Philip instantly saw the opportunity to join and support Ekokat and to apply his skillset.   

AI & TECH SPECIALISTS: SplitX, based predominantly in Silicon Valley, is a forward-thinking community of technology leaders committed to building a better future — with artificial intelligence (AI) at the forefront of their work. As the role of AI rapidly expands, even superyachts over 120ft are beginning to showcase integrated onboard AI systems. It’s only a matter of time before this innovation becomes standard in sub-superyacht categories as well. At Ekokat, we recognize that owners and guests have mixed views on the role of AI in leisure experiences. That’s why our philosophy is to provide optional and customizable levels of AI integration — enhancing usability, safety, and enjoyment without compromising human control or experience. Armando Matijevich, CEO of SplitX, works directly with Ekokat across all fronts relating to AI system design, website development, and strategic branding. He also contributes to long-term planning as a valued shareholder and generalised strategic advisor.

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DIRECTOR OF YACHT OPERATIONS: Siani Oliver joins us fresh off a privately owned 90 metre (294ft) luxury mega yacht, having run a stint of 6 years in charge of all things exterior on super/megayachts. Amongst other things, Bosun/Lead deckhand Siani, is here to ensure everything about EkoKat works and operates perfectly from a practicality perspective ... this being of paramount importance to the brand. Siani also joins our EkoKat Yacht Management Team in a guidance and training/supervisory role, and being a bubbly, not-shy Australian also acts as highly enthusiastic Assistant Global Sales Director! When it comes to knowledge and explaining the practical side of the yacht amongst other things to clients, Ms Oliver is your girl!

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