Captain Keith Hyatt – Your Expert Guide Aboard M/Y PERSEVERANCE
Captain Keith brings over three decades of maritime experience and hospitality to every charter aboard PERSEVERANCE. Originally from the U.S., Keith relocated to the Virgin Islands in the 1980s, where he discovered his love for life at sea. He earned his first Captain’s license in 1986 and now holds an impressive 1600-ton USCG Master's license, backed by thousands of hours at the helm.
Keith's career spans a wide variety of vessels—from sailboats and ferry boats to ocean-going tugboats and luxury charter yachts. His decade-long tenure aboard sportfishing yachts in Corpus Christi, Texas, honed not only his seamanship but also his skills in hospitality and guest services.
Aboard PERSEVERANCE, guests can expect great service with a relaxed, easy-going vibe. Keith’s extensive refit oversight of the yacht in 2018 means he knows her systems inside and out. His deep familiarity with the vessel ensures smooth sailing and expert navigation throughout your journey.
For fishing enthusiasts, Keith is a standout. As a Master Diver, Keith also brings a passion for underwater adventure and water sports, offering guests exciting opportunities to explore and learn. Active and adventurous, Keith is also an avid runner who’s always up for a challenge—perfect for guests with energetic itineraries. His approachable nature, flexibility, and deep dedication to guest satisfaction make him the ideal host for your luxury yacht vacation.

Chef ~ Haydee Collado
Chef Haydee Collado hails from Brooklyn, NY, and is a graduate of the Institute of Culinary Education in New York, and Johnson & Wales University. Some of her studies included baking & pastry, chocolate, breads, and sugar sculpting. Studies in Denver Colorado produced a degree in Food Science and Nutrition; she minored in Sommelier Services. Haydee has furthered her skills through the years, creating great cuisine for high-profile clients, celebrities, and charter guests of all ages. Clients rave about her presentation and flavors. A favorite for her is pairing a fruit component into dishes, for example her black cherry whiskey compote paired with crispy duck breast, sweet potato medallions & a red wine reduction sauce.

Her diverse culinary expertise includes everything from formal dining to health-conscious and specialized diets; she especially enjoys Latin and Asian fusion but is a master of all cuisines, using the freshest ingredients available! She crafts menus to every guest's preference, ensuring a dining experience that is both refined and memorable. Guests love going into the galley; she makes it fun for them, making them feel at home.

When not in the galley Haydee enjoys working out and Salsa dancing. Always active, she did competitive sports, Air Force ROTC, and a lot of community service in her youth. Later she joined the US Marine Corps and received her pilots license at Kadena Air Force base! She has a great respect for active military personnel and veterans. Her friends describe her as humble, genuine and funny.


Stewardess ~ TBA
Mate ~ TBA