Bonus - Who are we & what is Pearls of Wisdom?

In the bonus episode Cherise and Max discuss their journey in the superyacht industry, from meeting in a crew house to transitioning to land-based jobs. They highlight the challenges they faced, such as finding work with visible tattoos and adjusting to life on a boat. They also discuss the importance of crew houses and the support they provide. Max shares her experience of working on a yacht while pregnant and returning to work with her baby. 

They then talk about their involvement with Pearls, a platform that aims to support women in the industry. Pearls of Wisdom is a platform that aims to support and empower women who are in the yachting industry and after they have left. The founders, Cherise and Maxine, discuss their journey and the challenges they faced in building the platform. They talk about the importance of community and connection, and how the Pearls of Wisdom app can help women find support and resources. They also share their vision for the future, including expanding the podcast, writing a book, and connecting with more experts. The conversation ends with some entertaining and humorous stories from their time in the industry.