People

Veljko Pavicevic (pronounced Vel-co Pah-veech-ah-vich) is a multi-faceted entrepreneur and luxury hospitalitarian with an extraordinary ability to build meaningful relationships and create synergies among the community’s most dynamic and influential members. Known in Naples’ elite circles as the quintessential “Butler to Billionaires,” he embodies the art of signature service—delivering bespoke luxury hospitality with precision, discretion, and warmth. With his powerful network and unwavering commitment to excellence, Veljko has earned a sterling reputation in Southwest Florida as a true visionary. His calling is luxury service, his passion is...

Corinne Ryan’s expertise lies in the lesser-known realm of restaurant reality: she is among a handful of the world’s top food brokers, one of the trading industry’s few women atop this field which requires incorporating hospitality to build and maintain professional relationships. She is also a visionary creator and producer behind several of her industry’s most prestigious events, most notably, a still-spoken-about race around Auckland (NZ) Harbor featuring a select fleet of America’s Cup yachts, followed by a celebratory feast of fine food and wine. What does this mean for Sails' guests? Corinne’s connections to the best local, national and...

Growing up watching Chef Joël Robuchon’s cooking shows, Chef Raj Holuss discovered his passion for the culinary arts early in life, inspired by time spent in the kitchen with his family. This early fascination evolved into a lifelong pursuit of excellence, guiding him to Michelin-starred kitchens and mentorships under some of the most renowned chefs in the world. Originally from the picturesque island of Mauritius, Chef Holuss began his formal training at the Ecole Hoteliere Sire Gaetan Duval, where he started his culinary education at 19. Following a rigorous apprenticeship with One & Only Resorts, he developed a mastery of butchery and fish preparation that caught the...