A Bit About Me
From an ordinary individual with a passion for adventure, my journey into the scuba diving industry began with a simple dive into the ocean. Captivated by the world, I pursued certifications and immersed myself in marine life, ultimately transforming my love for diving into a fulfilling career. Today, as an educator in the scuba diving community I share my knowledge and enthusiasm with others, inspiring them to explore the beauty beneath the waves. Through every dive, I strive to empower new divers and promote ocean conservation, making a positive impact on both individuals and the environment.
Life Experience
2005 - 2008
2009 - 2013
2014 - 2015
2015 - 2016
2016 - 2017
2017 - 2018
2018 - 2019
2019 - 2020
2020 - 2021
2021 - 2022
2022 - 2023
2023 - 2024
2024 and onwards
My university life at City University of Hong Kong, where I majored in Linguistics and Language Technology and minored in Computing. Graduated with a Bachelor's degree in hand.
Worked in a publishing company as IT support staff. Started scuba diving in 2011 and earned my PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor certificate in 2013.
I started my journey as a fulltime instructor at Paradise Island Resort & Spa in the Maldives! Conducted many Discover Scuba Diving courses with guests from China and India. Also taught other diving courses and led fun dive activities.
My second job took me to Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa. This year, I also embarked on my first liveaboard trip in the Maldives. Started my own brand "MaxDives" this year.
Moved to a liveaboard job with Dune Maldives, mainly working on the boat Soleil 2. Focused on guiding dives and exploring marine creatures with divers.
Continued with Dune Maldives, then transitioned to Scubaspa liveaboard. Finished the season and headed back to Hong Kong.
Left the employee life and teamed up with my friend to get a small speedboat, "Porco Rosso". Launched my own company in Hong Kong and continued with my brand "MaxDives", leading diving courses and fun dive activities as captain.
Organized my first Maldives liveaboard trip for close scuba friends while continuing my diving business in Hong Kong as captain and instructor.
Prepped my second, larger speedboat, "Mononoke Hime", in Hong Kong. Business as usual, but shifted focus to organizing fun dive activities for underwater photographers, no longer teaching scuba courses. You know the story - the Wuhan virus spreading around. No more foreign trips for the coming years; staying busy in HK.
Fully utilized Mononoke Hime, completing countless fun dives day and night. We ventured into blackwater diving for the first time during these years. Still anchored in Hong Kong.
Finally, quarantine ended and borders opened. Resumed organizing Maldives liveaboard trips as my expertise. In September 2023, led a trip to Brunei, and in December 2023, headed to Raja Ampat for another liveaboard adventure.
Meanwhile, explored another possibility and found a place in Malapascua. Became a shareholder in the Shark’s Tail Dive Resort.
Completed numerous Maldives liveaboard trips. Took charge at The Shark’s Tail Dive Resort, removing the previous owner. Now, I’m building the dream place with some fantastic partners. Also started my diving podcast, sharing underwater adventures and insights.
Future awaits...
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