BIRDY

Captain | Warren Techow
BIO: 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. With a background across various vessels, he’s dedicated to ensuring guest satisfaction and matching clients with their ideal yacht. Known for his attention to detail and commitment to excellence, Warren ensures both a fun and safe experience on Birdy.

Interests:
• Water sports
• Kite Surfing
• Diving
• Paddle boarding


Mate | Cameron Green
BIO: A coastal Cape Town native, Cameron Green was born with an innate love for watersports, thanks to his parents who were both sponsored, professional water skiers. As a competitive stand-up paddleboarder when he was in high school, he eventually made his way into the yachting industry.
With a degree in Graphic Design from Pearson University, Cam decided to combine his passion for photography, videography, and watersports in a career on the water. Now as First Mate with a 200GT captain’s license, he’s traveled the Caribbean, Bahamas, and U.S. East Coast. Known for his calm, friendly demeanor, Cam’s expert coaching and love for capturing moments on camera make him a favorite among guests and crew on Birdy.

Interests:
• Photography
• Videography
• Golf
• Water sports


Engineer | Ivan Randall
BIO: Ivan Randall grew up in Johannesburg, South Africa, 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. Later, he gained further experience working with heavy equipment, honing his technical skills. Today, he brings his expertise and dedication to the yachting industry, where his focus on safety, efficiency, and personable nature make him a valuable asset. His journey led him to the yachting industry, where he could merge his love for water and engineering. Ivan’s work ethic focuses on ensuring safety and efficiency, complemented by his engaging personality and love for connecting with people.

Interests:
• Water sports
• Fishing
• Camping
• Motorsports
• Running & Cycling


Chef | Cara Heunis
BIO: Cara has always loved the ocean and how beautiful it is. She at her happiest when she is near the water. Cara truly believes food is what brings people together. As a chef, she feels she gets to use her creativity every day to make people happy, which is Cara’s favorite part of the job. She is a huge foodie and loves traveling to learn about new cultures and flavors. Cara is very focused on health, so making meals that are as nutritious as they are beautiful are important to her. Her goal is always to make sure guests and crew feel cared for and leave the table with a smile. She is a fun-loving person who feels grateful to be able to do what she loves every single day.


Stewardess | Kelly Fourie
BIO: Kelly was born and raised in Durban, situated on the coastline of South Africa, where a lifelong passion for the ocean began.
Growing up with two older brothers who introduced her to the yachting industry and strongly influenced her decision to follow a similar path. Kelly loves meeting new people from all walks of life while learning about different cultures. When off the boat, she enjoys scuba diving, exploring, and spending quality time with family and friends.