Ambassadors
Carlo Borlenghi
A legend in yachting photography, Carlo Borlenghi has photographed the America's Cup since 1983. His work has been exhibited by Louis Vuitton, and he was formally recognized by Italian Republic President Giorgio Napolitano for his dedication to sailing. Considered one of yachting's premier international photographers, he will exclusively capture the North Sound Maxi Regatta from sea and air.
Shirley Robertson
As the face of the Regatta, Shirley Robertson OBE will create, produce, and share selected content while expanding the event's appeal to sailing enthusiasts. Robertson leads the Super Yacht Racing Association (SYRA) and made history as the first British woman to win Olympic gold medals at consecutive Olympic Games.
She is honored in Scotland's Sports Hall of Fame, serves as Deputy Lieutenant for the Isle of Wight, and stands among sailing's most recognizable personalities.
Stuart Childerley
Olympic yachtsman Stuart Childerley has designed the regatta course, combining coastal and windward/leeward races with innovative additions to maintain dynamic competition. This includes the first-ever 'Triple-Head Sunday' race—a time trial optimized for Maxi Yachts to display their full capabilities.
Childerley represented Great Britain in one-person dinghy events at the 1988 and 1992 Olympics. His achievements include two Etchells World Championships and competition in the Volvo Ocean Race and Admiral's Cup. As an International Race Officer, he served as World Sailing Course Representative at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
Childerley represented Great Britain in one-person dinghy events at the 1988 and 1992 Olympics. His achievements include two Etchells World Championships and competition in the Volvo Ocean Race and Admiral's Cup. As an International Race Officer, he served as World Sailing Course Representative at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
Nomadic
Originating from South Africa, Nomadic have developed a unique vision to create digital media production in places shaped by wind and water.
Their environment has provided a diverse view on the world and this reflects in the productions, delivering action videography with a cinematic touch that adds a unique finish to all of our work. They deliver quality content telling authentic, adventure driven stories. Nomadic Sea thrives creating content with nature & action sports at its heart.
Tim Butt
Tim has been working as a cameraman in the broadcast television industry for over thirty years and has a wealth of experience shooting and directing from locations all over the world. From the deepest jungles of South East Asia, to the slopes of the world’s highest peaks, he has seen it all.
Kezzia Gray
HUSTL is the team behind the British Virgin Islands’ most iconic events and experiences. Specialising in event management, large scale productions, premium yachting concierge & accommodation bookings.
HUSTL is proud to have been part of the North Sound Maxi Regatta from the beginning. As well as supporting with the regatta organisation, we offer a full concierge service, and on the ground support for all of the owners & teams. From accommodation and inter-island charters, to seamless clearances & container logistics, to restaurant & wellness bookings - we are your BVI based hub to support with all requests, big & small.
Driven by creativity and precision, we thrive on crafting experiences that exceed expectations.
