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Terry Gilmore

Senior trainer and CEO

With over 40 years’ experience working within the yachting and private sector, Terry began his career at the age of 20, mastering his skills to become a Chief Steward/PA by the age of twenty-six. He was extensively trained in St Moritz during the 70’s by Madame Pedrini, who was at that time privately responsible for the Shah of Persia’s family residence in Switzerland.

Employed by important clients of differing nationalities in accordance with their requirements and requests, Terry’s wide knowledge and experience is second to none. He is extremely professional, and well equipped to train students to the necessary standard required within this industry.

Contact details
E-mail: terry@abacus-march.com

Office number: +33 (0)4 93 61 16 10 
Mobile: +33(0)6 88 13 08 58

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Vanessa Hodgson – Interior

Following University, Vanessa, managed a Solent-based charter company for three years, assisting them in the development of their corporate business, facilitating team-building and demonstrating strong leadership skills. She went on to successfully work as deck/stew progressing to chief stewardess, a role she held for over seven years. Vanessa eventually formed a professional crew recruitment and yacht services company ashore in England, with continuing success. With her expert knowledge of the yachting industry Vanessa is a valuable member of our Interior training team.

Contact details
e-mail: training@ita-courses.com

Office number: +33 (0)4 93 61 16 10

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James Dicks – Bar & Mixology

James is a self-taught gin expert offering gin tasting experiences, cocktail making classes and a mobile bar service for events, called The Caravan Concept. Originally from Liverpool, where the gin industry was booming, James decided to bring a bit of that magic to the South of France. Now his gin bar is stocked with around 80 of the best gins from around the world, all there to make you have the best gin experience possible. James’ absolute favourite one is the Earl Grey Tea Gin and his go-to cocktail is a modified version of Tom Collins, which he will definitely want you to try.

Contact details
e-mail: training@ita-courses.com

Office number: +33 (0)4 93 61 16 10

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Mariela Aenski

Introductory trainer

Mirela has a strong yachting track record with more then 15 years experience in varied luxury industries (hotels, casinos, cruise ships, yachts, villas) from Casino Dealer to Chief Stewardess, Chef as well as PA. She has accomplished La Grand Diplôme (Cuisine & Pastry) of the Cordon Bleu School in Paris.

Mirela speak English, French, Italian & Romanian languages.

“I am grateful for what life awarded me so far with extensive travel and multicultural meetings. I am very happy being given a new opportunity to work as a Recruiter and be part of a fantastic team. I am looking forward to be in the position to award others with great opportunities in finding their dream job.”

Contact details

training@ita-courses.com

Office number: +33 (0)4 93 61 16 10

 

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