Senior Management

EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN | WARRIER

Sudhir Warrier joined the company in 1990 in the capacity of a waiter, while he was still studying. He rose through the ranks and earned the position of CEO by 1998. Since then, he has been instrumental in taking the company to greater heights. With the wealth of experience garnered from working with high profile tourism professionals who were past directors of the company, he is now recognised as one of the industry leaders in the Australian tourism space. Warrier has also been a director of the Australian Tourism Export Council for 4 years and a member of the Tourism Australian Advisory Panel in the past.

CEO | ANDREW

Andrew Stirzaker is the CEO of the company. Andrew started his career with Vagabond Cruises as a deck hand and worked his way up to General Manager in early 1990. In 1996, Andrew joined Magistic Cruises as Marine Operations. In 2005, Andrew was promoted to CEO of the company. Andrew is currently the Treasurer of the Charter Vessel Associations of NSW and a member of many senior panels related to marine operations at Sydney Harbour.

CFO | OLIVIA

Olivia Angsioso is the CFO of the company and has worked with leading restaurant groups such as Wagamamma. Olivia holds a CPA and is responsible for all financial operations of the company.

GENERAL MANAGER | NICK

Nick Lester is our General Manager primarily responsible for the day-to-day functioning of our diverse cruise operations. Nick is both well-liked and respected by his peers and teams. Nick is a classic example of meritocracy, working his way up the corporate ladder from the role of a reservation call centre employee to leading one of the largest teams within our business in a short span of 10 years.

EXECUTIVE MANAGER BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT | LISA

Lisa recently joined our team to help enhance the scope of our business development. Lisa has over 14 years of experience, starting her career as a waitress, subsequently becoming a Cruise Director and later earning a promotion as corporate sales manager. Lisa is considered to be a true business development professional within the Sydney Harbour cruise and charter industry.

SENIOR CAPTAIN | PHIL

Captain Phillip Edwards is the Senior Captain of Magistic Cruises. Phil has over 30 years of experience operating around the Sydney Harbour and is considered one of the leaders in the marine industry.

EXECUTIVE CHEF | GANESH

Ganesh is the executive chef of Magistic Cruises, responsible for delivering a quality dining experience to all of our guests on board. Ganesh leads a team of competent and committed chefs and kitchen brigade.

DIRECTOR OF GUEST SERVICES | DENNIS

Dennis Soo is the Director of Guest Services – a legend within the industry. Dennis is well liked by all Magistic guests, as well as tour operators and tour leaders.