ABOUT US ?
FOUNDER
COMPANY FOUNDER -CHARTER BROKER-YACHT SALES-MARKETING- MASTER 3000 YACHT CAPTAIN
CPT. WARREN EAST
Founder & Director – East Yachts Ltd
Charter Yacht Broker | Yacht Sales Broker | MCA Master 3000 Yacht Captain
I have spent over three decades in the yachting industry, building a career that spans charter, yacht sales, and project management. My journey started in 1994 when I joined the UK Sailing Academy to earn my commercial certifications. Since then, I’ve had the privilege of working with incredible clients, captaining and managing yachts in some of the world’s most stunning destinations.
I hold a Maritime & Coastguard Agency Master 3000 license, with a Marshall Islands Endorsement for yachts up to 3000 GT, and I’m also a certified PADI Divemaster.
Over the years, I’ve:
• Logged 478,000+ nautical miles at sea ( as of June 2025)
• Completed 430+ successful charters worldwide
• Managed the sale and project development of five custom-built alloy superyachts
• Built a boutique charter brokerage focused on providing tailored experiences for clients
• Charter regions sailed : Northern Europe, Med from east to west, Turkey, Atlantic, Caribbean, Bahamas, North America, South America, Central America, Pacific coast, Panama, Galapagos, French Polenesia.
My goal is to ensure that every client I work with receives expert guidance, whether they’re planning a yacht charter, looking to purchase a vessel, or navigating the complexities of yacht ownership. With an extensive network across the yachting industry, I make sure my clients are looked after wherever their adventures take them.
If you’re ready to plan your next yachting experience, I’d love to help.
Email: warren@eastyachts.com
PARTNER
CHEF ELIZABETH LEE:
Partner-Company Secretary-Accounts-Charter Broker-Private & Charter Yacht Chef-Chef Competition Judge-Yacht Owner
Elizabeth joined the yachting industry in 2002 and has had the opportunity to serve a handful of the rich and famous with her culinary delights throughout her career as a yacht chef. After winning several yacht chef competitions she moved on to being a food critic and competition judge. Her latest goal is the completion of her first cookbook which she published in 2016 and has wone various awards including readers choice and "worlds best cookbook for international cuisine". A huge accomplishment
The book is a tribute to her vast experience as a yacht chef and her ability in preparing 5-Star international cuisine wherever she is anchored. As a yacht broker, her focus is finding customers a beautiful yacht and crew that will provide a superior service and gastronomic experience. She will work closely with you to ensure that everything is prepared exactly the way you expect it. This is especially helpful when planning events, celebrations or simply a superior experience aboard a yacht. Her recommended destinations for a gastromonically focused yachting vacation are the Caribbean, Italy, Greece and Turkey. If you would like to experience Elizabeth's culinary skills for yourself you may want to consider a week aboard her own yacht in Turkey or the Greek Islands. See www.turkishcharters.com
Elizabeth Lee
Email: elizabeth@eastyachts.com
Call: USA, 561 529 1681 TOLL FREE: +1 800 875 5930
BROKER
UK OFFICE
Captain Jerry Blair
Charter Yacht Owner, 30 Years as a charter captain. Charter Yacht Specialist
With over 30 years of hands-on experience in the yacht charter industry, Jerry Blair brings a depth of knowledge few can match. His career has spanned roles as a professional captain, owner-operator, and yacht charter broker, giving him a well-rounded perspective that benefits every client he serves.
As a certified NAUI dive instructor, Jerry also has a strong background in the scuba liveaboard sector. His extensive cruising experience across the Caribbean, U.S. East Coast, and the Mediterranean allows him to recommend destinations with firsthand insight.
Raised sailing in the U.S., Jerry understands the importance of strong crew dynamics and personalized service. He works closely with each client to understand their style of cruising and tailors every detail—from the yacht to the crew to the itinerary—to deliver a seamless charter experience.
BROKER
UK OFFICE
DAWN BLAIR
Charter Yacht Owner, Yacht Chef,
Charter Yacht Specialist
With a background as First Mate, Stewardess, and Chef aboard luxury charter yachts, Dawn Blair brings a deep, firsthand understanding of what makes a yachting experience truly unforgettable. Alongside her husband, Captain Jerry Blair, she co-owned and operated a successful charter yacht, delivering personalized, high-end service to discerning guests.
Now based in the United Kingdom and retired from life at sea, Dawn continues to offer her expertise as a charter broker. Her extensive cruising knowledge—particularly in the Caribbean—is unmatched, and her attention to detail ensures that every trip is thoughtfully curated from start to finish.
Dawn takes the time to understand your ideal cruising style, culinary preferences, and must-see destinations. Her warm, client-focused approach and years of onboard experience make her a trusted guide in planning stress-free, tailor-made yacht vacations.
Whether you’re seeking a quiet escape or an island-hopping adventure, Dawn’s insight and care help transform your ideas into the yachting holiday of a lifetime.
BROKER
USA OFFICE
Meredith Reece
Charter Yacht Broker, Yacht Captain, Sport fish tournament competitor.
Meredith’s lifelong passion for the water began at just six years old, when she first took the helm of a sailboat. Her early love of sailing evolved into a deep commitment to competitive sportfishing—where she has earned multiple tournament wins and built a strong reputation on the water.
At seventeen, she founded a successful boat cleaning and care business in Northeast Harbor, Maine, overseeing a fleet of 27 vessels from 24 to 110 feet. After graduating from Mount Holyoke College in 2008, Meredith joined Hinckley Yachts and earned her USCG 200 Ton/500 ITC Master’s License, setting the foundation for a career defined by leadership and versatility.
Since joining the yachting industry in 2007 as a deckhand/stewardess, Meredith has held a range of onboard positions and now serves as Co-Captain of a Westport 112, cruising the East Coast of the U.S. Her well-rounded experience—combined with an exceptional knowledge of East Coast ports and cruising grounds—makes her a dynamic and trusted figure in the charter world.
As a decorated sportfishing competitor, Meredith brings the same precision and competitive spirit to every charter she plans. Her extensive network within the fishing and yachting communities, coupled with her guest-focused approach, allows her to craft seamless, high-end experiences—whether for a relaxed family cruise or a big-game fishing adventure.
For Meredith, every trip is a team effort, and her dedication to delivering unforgettable journeys is reflected in every detail.