Hello, I'm Adriaan

About Me

Turning Industry Challenges into Educational Solutions

Adriaan didn't choose hospitality – it chose him. Born in South Africa and raised in Austria, he discovered his calling through necessity rather than passion, but that authentic journey is exactly what makes him the right person to guide others.

From Struggle to Strength

After struggling with undiagnosed ADHD in traditional schools, Adriaan found success through homeschooling at his own pace. This early experience with alternative learning methods would later become the foundation of his educational philosophy.

Over 9+ years in luxury yachting, he's served VIP guests on vessels up to 85 meters, earned credentials from the International Butler Academy and European Bartending School, and mastered everything from Silver Service to complete interior operations. But he's also experienced the industry's dark side – discrimination, workplace abuse, and having to work twice as hard for half the recognition.

His Mission Today

Instead of becoming bitter, Adriaan chose to build something better. He's creating educational content that breaks down the barriers he faced, proving that professional excellence doesn't require sacrificing your well-being or learning style.

His approach is simple: the end result matters more than the method. Whether you have ADHD, learn differently, or just need a more practical approach to hospitality training, Adriaan teaches skills that actually work for real people in real situations.