The Crew

A top-rated crew of five.

As evidenced by our reviews, our crew—led by Captain Warren—delivers a five-star experience to every guest aboard Birdy. From personalized, expert itineraries to fabulous culinary moments, the team on Birdy is second to none.

Captain

Warren Techow

South Africa

Growing up in a small beach town on South Africa's coast, Warren developed a deep love for the ocean and watersports early on. Naturally drawn to yachting, he's now been thriving and innovating in the industry for over a decade.

Starting his journey in Fort Lauderdale, Warren rose from Deckhand to Captain, gaining eight years of experience managing successful programs for South Florida yacht owners. Known for his attention to detail and commitment to excellence, Warren ensures both a fun and safe experience on Birdy.

Previous Yachts

M/Y It Ain't Easy
M/Y No Rush
M/Y Darlin'

Interests

Water sports
Kite Surfing
Diving
Paddle boarding

First Mate

Cameron Green

Cape Town, South Africa

A coastal Cape Town native, Cameron was born with an innate love for watersports, thanks to parents who were both sponsored professional water skiers. A competitive stand-up paddleboarder in high school, he eventually made his way into the yachting industry.

With a degree in Graphic Design from Pearson University, Cam combined his passion for photography, videography, and watersports into a career on the water. Now a First Mate with a 200GT captain's license, he's known for his calm, friendly demeanor, expert coaching, and a knack for capturing the moments guests remember most.

Previous Yachts

M/Y No Bad Idea's 130'
M/Y Calliope 102'
M/Y Laurel 240'

Interests

Photography
Videography
Golf
Water sports

Engineer

Ivan Randall

Johannesburg, South Africa

Ivan grew up in Johannesburg immersed in a family that valued sports, mechanics, and hard work. Weekends spent boating and wakeboarding sparked his lifelong love for the water, while hands-on time with his father ignited his passion for mechanics.

Starting his career at Audi, Ivan quickly advanced from apprentice to award-winning diagnostic technician before working with heavy equipment to hone his technical skills. Today he brings that expertise to yachting, where his focus on safety, efficiency, and personable nature makes him a valuable asset aboard Birdy.

Previous Yachts

M/Y Valinor
M/Y Vivi Rae
M/Y Calliope

Interests

Water sports
Fishing
Camping
Motorsports
Running & Cycling

Interior Crew

Kelly

Durban, South Africa

Kelly was born and raised in Durban, South Africa, where her love for the ocean began at an early age. Growing up with two older brothers in the yachting industry inspired her to follow a similar path and pursue a life at sea.

Before joining yachting, Kelly studied and worked in the corporate world, gaining valuable skills—but her passion for delivering five-star service ultimately led her into the industry. She loves meeting people from all walks of life and takes pride in creating a warm, welcoming experience on board.

Interests

Scuba diving
Travel
Time with family & friends

“I would recommend to anyone. They were amazing and made our trip so special from start to finish.”

Past Charterer

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