Born in Myrtle Beach, SC, where he lived on the Intracoastal Waterway, Blake’s dream was always to become a yacht captain. He spent time on his family’s runabout boats, wakeboard boats, and jet skis learning how everything operated. He was always on the water every chance he got and would wakeboard, kneeboard, tube, water ski, wake surf, and jet ski together with his two older brothers. Starting out as a mate for TowBoatUS he started in the yachting industry delivering vessels in order to gain his Sea Time and Captain’s License. Blake worked his way up from a 54ft Motor yacht, to a 76ft Lazzara, to a 124’ Trinity, and now to the 114ft Hargrave Brandi Wine.

Captain Blake currently holds his 200 Ton USCG Masters Near Coastal/500 Ton ITC, STCW trained, ECDIS, RADAR, Advanced firefighting, PSCRB and Auxiliary Towing Endorsement. He looks forward to having you aboard Brandi Wine where you will be greeted with one of the best crews in the industry ensuring you a safe and wonderful vacation. Captain Blake’s motto for the yachting industry is “always chase your dreams, because if you can dream it, you can do it”

Matt was born and raised in Virginia Beach. From there he grew up on boats and was always in the water. When he wasn’t in the water he was playing football. After High school he realized his passion was for the open ocean and pursued a career on yachts. He was a deckhand for 2 years on a private yacht where he traveled up and down the US Atlantic coast from Rhode Island to Grand Bahama. Soon after he discovered the action packed adventures of charter yachts. He’s on his 4th year on Brandi Wine and is looking forward to many more

Obie is from Nassau, Bahamas, and has a wife and 3 daughters at home. He started his yachting career as a diver and exterior dayworker cleaning many vessels throughout the marinas in Nassau whether they be passing through or staying for trips. He made a name for himself in the yachting industry in Nassau doing what he loves. He is now based out of Nassau, Bahamas and Fort Lauderdale, FL and is the full time deckhand on Brandi Wine. He is going on his 2nd year on Brandi Wine and having his local knowledge of his home country and his skill set of diving and spear fishing on board is a special treat for our guests. He has been in yachting for 4 years now. Some of his favorite hobbies and activities are diving, spear fishing, and most importantly is spending quality time with his wife and kids 

Prior to Brandi Wine:

(M/Y Haven - 124ft Trinity) daywork 3 months 

(M/Y Never Enough - 145ft Feadship) daywork for 2 months 

(M/Y Sweet Emocean - 116ft Azimut) daywork 1 month

(M/Y Gioia - 116ft Custom Line) part time 4 months

Originally from Wilmington, North Carolina, I entered the yachting industry four years ago after building a solid foundation in hospitality. With a passion for travel, adventure, and top-tier guest service, I decided to take a leap and bring my land-based skills to the sea. Since then, I’ve had the opportunity to work along the North American coastline, with my furthest travels taking me as far as the beautiful waters of Turks and Caicos.

With a rich culinary heritage and a passion for global cuisine, Chef Christoff infuses every dish aboard BRANDI-WINE with creativity, flavor and comfort. Born in Cape Town, South Africa, he came of age in London, UK before making South Florida his home. His tri-continental training and experience spans top-tier restaurants and private yachts across the USA, Bahamas, Caribbean, and Mediterranean. Christoff is known not only for his vibrant personality but also for his unwavering commitment to guest satisfaction. His menus are thoughtfully designed to showcase fresh, local ingredients and accommodate a wide range of dietary needs. From refined seafood dinners to relaxed beachside BBQs, Christoff ensures every meal is a memorable culinary experience.