Crew & Owners
It’s said in the yacht charter industry that the vessel attracts the clients and the crew brings them back. 80% of those chartering with Alaska Yacht Charters have been either repeat clients or referred by past clients.
Captain
Mariah Warren
Mariah is a lifelong Alaskan with deep roots in the maritime community. She holds degrees in Communication and Marine Transportation from the University of Alaska, and has been a marine safety and survival instructor since 2016. In addition to extensive experience aboard cruising and sailing vessels, she has been commercial fishing since 2006, and a captain in the fishing industry since 2015. When not working at sea, she enjoys traveling the world (preferably also by sea!), as well as striving to capture life’s adventures through photography and the written word.
First Mate
Ryan Lindsay
Ryan grew up in Juneau, and has spent his life on and around the waters of Southeast Alaska. In 2018 Ryan opened Devil’s Club Brewing co. in Downtown Juneau. With the brewery up and running, Ryan’s interested turned back to the sea. His passions for maritime adventures, alaskan cuisine and showing off the beauty of his home state makes for perfect fit on the Alaskan Story.
Stewardess
Catherine McElligott
Catherine has extensive experience in luxury tourism. From boutique resorts in California to Heli Ski lodges in Alaska. Catherine has been the stewardess on the Alaskan Story for four years. She calls Juneau home and spends her time off adventuring in the mountains of the western United States.
Alaska’s natural splendor came second to you all. Your hospitality, expertise and genuine care for your guests is beyond compare
— Gabe, 2023
The crew is dedicated to making each day adventurous and special. We were up close to glaciers, wildlife, and scenic beauty and enjoyed delicious food.
— Elinor Thomas 2023
Our Story
Ryan Lindsay, Max Stanley, and Jonathan Kriess-Tomkins assumed ownership of Alaska Yacht Charters and the Alaskan Story in August 2022
Ryan, Jonathan, and Max are lifelong Southeast Alaskans who grew up exploring the sparkling waters, emerald coves, and soaring mountain ranges of the inside passage. Max is the cofounder and partner of a successful food company, Barnacle, that specializes in kelp-based products. Jonathan is a former state legislator, whose rural district includes most of the land and water that the Alaskan Story explores. The three share a passion for the ocean and wilderness. They are thrilled to continue a wonderful 30 year legacy with Alaska Yacht Charters, and to share the beauty of their home state with each and every guest in the upcoming years aboard the Alaskan Story.
Our legacy
Geoff and Debbie owned Alaska Yacht Charters for over 30 years
Finding a group with the unique skills to be able to successfully operate a charter company in Alaska was not easy. Ryan, Max, and Jonathan have lived in Alaska, and been close friends, all their lives. They are all three successful business owners, and they have true passion for the sea and the Alaskan wildlife. We are thrilled to turn over ownership and operation to them.
