Meet the Team
A Team of Passionate and Motivated Professionals
Our team is our strongest asset. Professional, helpful, and genuine, they are dedicated to making your stay an unforgettable experience. From diving, kitchen, and restaurant to our housekeeping staff, spa therapists, reservations and maintenance teams, gardeners, front desk and drivers, everyone working here puts their heart and soul into every day. We are immensely proud of our team, which includes many loyal employees who have been with us since the beginning, and many more who have added their unique skillset and experience since. We currently have 130 employees working front-of-house and behind the scenes. You may not meet them all, but all are working to ensure your holiday in Lembeh is the trip of a lifetime.
Tarkan & Kathrin
Tarkan and Kathrin, originally from Turkey/UK and Germany, have been managing Lembeh Resort since 2019, and two other Indonesian dive resorts since 2012. As qualified dive instructors with a strong background in hospitality and extensive international experience, both know what it takes to deliver truly exceptional dive holidays with a touch of luxury. Their passion for underwater photography brought them to Lembeh, where they quickly felt right at home. Both are proud to be leading Lembeh Resort and working with such an amazing team.
Charly
Charly Clerisse is the new Dive Center Manager at Lembeh Resort. Charly was born in France, but grew up in Spain on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. Shortly after graduating from the University of Girona with a degree in Tourism Management, he discovered his love of diving and hasn’t stopped exploring since. Over the past 10 years, Charly has worked in Honduras, Spain, Greece, Maldives, Thailand, and Indonesia. Now, he brings his global experience, along with a passion for underwater photography, to Lembeh Resort.
Gitti
Originally from Munich, Germany, Brigitte Gassner (known to everyone here as ‘Gitti’) was first bitten by the diving bug back in 1998 during a trip to the Philippines and has since been diving all over the world. Originally a photographer, she brings an eye for detail and an appreciation of beauty to her role at Lembeh Resort, and is always happy to hear stories or admire the latest critter shots brought back by guests. Gitti was our Dive Center Manager from 2017-2025. She now uses her extensive professional experience to train our dive guides, while also playing a key role in long-term planning for the Dive Center at Lembeh Resort.
Here for You
Combining a range of talents, skills, and experience, our amazing team are here to make sure your well-earned getaway is a smooth and truly unforgettable experience. We will handle every aspect of your visit with a smile, and are happy to accommodate any special requests you may have. If there’s anything we can do to make your adventure in Lembeh just a little more special, please don’t hesitate to ask. We look forward to welcoming you.