The People Who Control Access

Working with Gatekeepers

Chief Stewardesses, Flight Attendants & Villa Managers

Understanding the professionals who decide what your guests experience

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A Practical Truth

You can create the most beautiful amenity kit in the world.
But if the Chief Stewardess doesn't want to display it,
it stays in storage.

Understanding who controls placement—and what they actually need—is essential to any brand partnership in this space.

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Meet the Decision Makers

The Three Gatekeepers

Each controls what products enter their environment—and how they're presented to guests.

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Chief Stewardess

Maritime

Manages all interior operations on superyachts. Controls inventory, sets the table, curates the guest experience. Often called the "CEO of the Interior."

  • Manages crew of 3-12 stewardesses
  • Controls all toiletry and amenity selection
  • Directly interacts with charter guests
  • Reports to Captain and Owner
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Flight Attendant

Aviation

Solo operator on most private jets. Manages catering, safety, and cabin experience simultaneously. Works in a confined space with limited storage.

  • Usually works alone (no crew support)
  • Limited galley and lavatory space
  • Forward-to-aft service flow
  • Coordinates with FBO staff
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Villa Manager

Residential

Oversees property operations including pre-stocking, housekeeping, and guest services. Often manages multiple properties for a rental company.

  • Handles pre-arrival stocking
  • Coordinates with local suppliers
  • Manages turnover between guests
  • Reports to property owner or agency
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Maritime Focus

The Chief Stewardess

On a superyacht, the Chief Stew is responsible for everything the guest sees, touches, and experiences inside the vessel. She manages inventory, coordinates service, and creates the atmosphere.

Her primary concern: Creating memorable moments for guests without going over budget or dealing with difficult procurement in remote ports.

Her reality: She's constantly looking for ways to impress VIP guests—but yacht suppliers often offer the same generic products everyone else uses.

When we provide her with pre-assembled, beautifully curated arrival kits, we're solving a real operational problem while helping her deliver an exceptional experience.

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CEO of the Interior
Controls guest experience
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Understanding Her Challenges

What the Chief Stew Actually Needs

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Easy Procurement

Yachts move constantly—Monaco today, Sardinia tomorrow. She needs products that can be shipped to any marina with minimal hassle.

Differentiation

Standard yacht suppliers offer the same products to every vessel. She wants something that makes "her" yacht feel special.

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A Story to Tell

When a guest asks "what is this beautiful product?", she wants an answer that impresses. Brand heritage and provenance matter.

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Sustainability

Crew are increasingly eco-conscious. Single-use plastic is frowned upon. Products in refillable or biodegradable packaging win favor.

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Right Sizing

Storage is limited on yachts. She needs products that fit in bathroom vanities and look appropriate for the space.

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Value Proposition

The APA budget is finite. If your product is positioned as a "gift from the broker," it doesn't come out of her budget at all.

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A Real Operational Concern

The "Provisioning Anxiety"

The biggest fear for a Chief Stew is running out of the right brand in the middle of a charter—and not being able to find it locally.

This drives them to over-stock standard items. But it also creates an opportunity:

If you can guarantee consistent supply and easy reordering, you become a preferred partner, not just a vendor.

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Our Approach

How We Partner with Chief Stews

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Pre-Assembled Kits

We provide ready-to-display arrival kits. No assembly required. She opens the box, arranges the products, and the cabin looks exceptional in minutes.

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Brand Training Card

Each kit includes a small "Cheat Sheet" with the brand story. "This oil is made from olives grown on a volcanic island in Sicily." She can share this with guests—making her look knowledgeable.

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Consistent Supply Network

We maintain stock at key hubs: Antibes, Fort Lauderdale, Monaco. Wherever the yacht goes in the Mediterranean or Caribbean, supply is nearby.

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Crew Samples

We offer products for the crew to try themselves. If the Chief Stew personally loves your sunscreen, she'll recommend it to every guest.

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Zero Budget Impact

Positioned as "Broker's Gift" or "Welcome Amenity," the products don't come out of her APA budget. She gets premium products at no cost to her operation.

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Solo Operator
Managing everything alone
Aviation Focus

The Flight Attendant

On a private jet, the Flight Attendant works alone. There's no crew to delegate to. She manages catering, safety briefings, cabin service, and amenities—all while navigating a galley the size of a closet.

Her constraint: Space. A Gulfstream G650 has limited storage. Every item must be compact, multi-functional, and easy to distribute.

Her workflow: Service flows forward-to-aft. Amenities are typically placed on the seat before passengers board, or distributed from the lavatory.

The "Seat Drop"—a small pouch of essentials placed on the captain's chair—is the primary touchpoint for brand placement.

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Aviation Requirements

What Works on Private Jets

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Compact Format

Travel-friendly sizes that fit in limited galley storage. Pouches, not bulky boxes. Easy to hand out, easy to stow.

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Subtle Scents

Strong fragrances can cause nausea in pressurized cabins. Products should be subtle—"Clean Linen" or "White Tea," not heavy ouds.

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Hydration Focus

Dry cabin air is the #1 passenger complaint. Lip balm, face mist, hydration sachets, and rich hand cream are highly valued.

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Sleep & Wellness

Long-haul flights need sleep aids: silk masks, compression socks (stylish ones), melatonin, and circadian-support products.

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Take-Home Appeal

Unlike commercial first class where kits are often discarded, private jet amenities should feel valuable enough to keep.

Fast Deployment

Turnaround times are tight. The FA needs to set up quickly. Pre-assembled pouches that she can place in 30 seconds work best.

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Product Concept

The Altitude Kit

A leather pouch placed on the captain's chair before boarding.

Inside: lip balm (crucial at altitude), cashmere socks, silk sleep mask, hydration sachet, and a small hand cream.

Each item solves a real problem passengers face on long flights.
The guest appreciates the functionality. The FA looks thoughtful.

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Aviation Distribution

The FBO Connection

FBOs (Fixed Base Operators) are the private terminals where jets refuel and passengers wait. High-end FBOs like Signature Flight Support offer private suites and lounges.

The Opportunity: Brand placement in FBO restrooms and lounges creates the first scent impression—before passengers even board the aircraft.

Logistics Advantage: FBOs are easier to service than moving aircraft. A partnership with Signature or Atlantic Aviation means consistent brand presence across their network.

The kits can be loaded onto jets during the fueling process—seamless integration into existing workflow.

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First Impression
Before they board
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Partnership Targets

Aviation Partners

Partner Type Opportunity Approach
Apollo Jets Broker "The Apollo Standard" service promise Co-branded kit for all Apollo bookings
Magellan Jets Membership Honeymoon & anniversary packages Special occasion kits
VistaJet Fleet Operator Consistent fleet-wide experience Standard amenity partnership
Signature Flight Support FBO Network Lounge and restroom placement Pre-boarding brand exposure
Air Culinaire Catering Kit loaded with catering Bundled delivery
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Property Curator
Pre-stocking specialist
Residential Focus

The Villa Manager

Villa Managers operate differently from yacht and aviation gatekeepers. They oversee properties that remain static—the challenge is making each stay feel fresh and personalized.

Pre-Stocking Model: Unlike yachts that provision port-to-port, villas use local suppliers and concierges to stock before arrival. Companies like LVH Global coordinate this service.

The "First Hour": Guests arrive tired from travel. The first hour—discovering the property, unpacking, settling in—sets the tone for the entire stay.

Full Control: Unlike shared spaces, the villa manager controls every bathroom, every welcome hamper, every detail of the guest experience.

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Placement Opportunities

Villa Touchpoints

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The Bathroom Takeover

Replace all generic amenities with your brand. Master bath gets the premium collection. Guest baths get coordinated sets. Poolside gets sunscreen stations.

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The Welcome Hamper

A curated basket on the kitchen island: artisan snacks, branded candle, cashmere throw, and a high-end bathroom set. Not generic fruit and crackers.

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The Unpack Ritual

High-end villas offer unpacking services. Stewards place clothes in drawers lined with scented sachets. Your fragrance on their clothes for the entire stay.

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Poolside Station

Reef-safe sunscreen, after-sun oil, lip balm with SPF. Positioned as "house amenities" available throughout the stay. High-visibility, daily use.

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The Pantry Upgrade

Instead of generic grocery items, the pantry is stocked with artisan brands that have partnered with the rental agency. Elevated snacking.

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Ambient Scenting

Signature candle or room spray used before arrival. The villa has a "scent identity." Guests associate the fragrance with the entire experience.

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Residential Partners

Villa Network

Partner Portfolio Guest Profile Opportunity
LVH Global 500+ luxury villas worldwide $20M+ NW families Full bath takeover, unpack ritual
WIMCO Caribbean & European specialists Repeat luxury travelers Welcome hamper upgrade
Inspirato Membership-based rentals Affluent families Consistent member experience
Exclusive Resorts Owned properties, club model Ultra-premium segment Fleet-wide standardization
Quintess Destination club Corporate executives Business travel amenities
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Making Them Ambassadors

The Training Element

The Chief Stew or Villa Manager needs to know what your product is.

Not to sell it—but to answer when the guest inevitably asks:
"This is lovely. Where is it from?"

A small "Cheat Sheet" card makes her look knowledgeable.
She becomes your brand ambassador.

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Knowledge Transfer

The Brand Card

Each kit includes a small card with key talking points about your brand. This isn't marketing material for the guest—it's a reference for the crew.

Format: Business card size. Discreet. One side has the brand story. The other has the hero ingredients or unique selling points.

Example: "This body oil is made from olives grown on a volcanic island off the coast of Sicily. The volcanic soil gives the oil its distinctive mineral quality."

When the Chief Stew shares this story, the guest is impressed—both by the product and by the attentive service. Everyone wins.

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The Cheat Sheet
Brand story at a glance
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Building Personal Advocacy

Crew Samples

The most powerful recommendation comes from personal experience. When the Chief Stew genuinely loves your sunscreen, she'll recommend it with conviction.

Strategy: Include samples for crew use—not just guest inventory. Let them try the products themselves.

Incentive Program: "Send us a photo of the setup in the guest cabin, get a free kit for yourself." This creates documentation of placements while building loyalty.

Yacht crew work hard in sun and salt. Skincare and sun protection aren't luxuries for them—they're daily necessities. High-quality products become genuinely appreciated.

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Personal Experience
Try it. Love it. Recommend it.
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Sustainability Matters
Crew are eco-conscious
Environmental Consideration

The Green Factor

Yacht crew are increasingly environmentally conscious. They see firsthand how plastic pollution affects the oceans they sail. Single-use plastics are actively discouraged on many vessels.

What wins: Solid bars (shampoo, conditioner), refillable aluminum bottles, biodegradable packaging, reef-safe formulations.

What loses: Excessive plastic packaging, products that can pollute the water, anything that looks wasteful.

Brands with strong sustainability credentials have a real advantage with gatekeepers. It aligns with crew values and removes friction from the placement decision.

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The Supply Chain

Working with Provisioners

National Marine Suppliers and Fiona's Atelier are the companies that actually stock the yachts. They're the "Amazon" of the superyacht world.

When a Chief Stew orders "sunscreen," these provisioners decide which brand to send. Securing "Preferred Status" with them means your product gets recommended first.

Strategy: Build relationships with provisioners in key hubs. Offer competitive wholesale pricing and marketing support. Make it easy for them to recommend you.

This is B2B work that happens behind the scenes—but it directly impacts how often your brand appears on yachts.

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The Middlemen
They decide what ships
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Distribution Geography

Key Hubs

Location Type Season Primary Partners
Antibes / Nice Marina Hub May - October National Marine Suppliers
Monaco Marina Hub Grand Prix, Yacht Show Monaco Yacht Club, Burgess
Fort Lauderdale Marina Hub November - April Fiona's Atelier
Teterboro (NJ) FBO Hub Year-round Signature Flight Support
Van Nuys (CA) FBO Hub Year-round Atlantic Aviation
St. Barths Seasonal December - January Villa agencies, marina
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Measuring Success

Feedback Loops

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QR Code Tracking

Subtle codes on packaging: "Scan to reorder for your home." Tracks engagement, enables direct purchase, measures which placements convert.

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Crew Feedback Sessions

Quarterly debriefs with Chief Stews and Villa Managers. What products did guests love? What didn't work? Real operational intelligence.

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Preference Sheet Mentions

The ultimate metric: Did guests write your brand on their next charter's Preference Sheet? This converts marketing spend to revenue.

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The Core Value Proposition

Everyone Benefits

The gatekeeper gets premium products that make their operation look exceptional—at no cost to their budget.

The guest receives a thoughtful welcome experience that enhances their trip.

The brand reaches verified UHNW individuals in a high-trust, high-engagement environment.

We facilitate these connections and absorb the product cost.

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Working with Gatekeepers

The Opportunity

600+
Managed Vessels
5
FBO Networks
1,000+
Luxury Villas
6
Global Hubs

The gatekeepers are the key to reaching UHNW individuals in their most exclusive moments. By solving their real operational challenges, we earn placement for your brand.

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Partner with Us

We've built relationships with the people who control access.
Let us introduce your brand to the world's most discerning gatekeepers.

"You have arrived. And we have been expecting you."

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