Meet the team
Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are the heart of our business.
Capt. T I
> Founder
> Divemaster
He did his first DSD dive in 2012 and found his passion for Scuba Diving. He was certified as Open Water Diver in 2013 and finally get his Divemaster in 2023. He has global SCUBA diving experience in Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines and New Zealand. In 2019, he founded Jom Adventure so that he could share his passion for the underwater world with others.
Zack
> Co-Founder
> Advanced Open Water Diver
Zack learned to dive in 2013, followed by his Advanced which he completed in Phuket the same year. You will see Zack either at the cafe organising logistics or providing the ever-important role of surface cover at Jom Adventure.
Wawa
> Dive Center Manager
Wawa was born in Kuantan but grew up in Subang Jaya. In 2016, she decided to go fully remote and move to Tioman Island, where her grandfather is originally from. She loves the simple life and slow pace here in ABC Village. She is an eager character, full of energy and ideas; She likes to work with people and looks forward to helping to make your diving and snorkelling adventures incredible!
Ardnese
> Lead Instructor
> Master Scuba Diver Trainer
Ard is a passionate scuba diver, who is now a certified PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer teaching for Jom Adventure. Ard enthusiasm for diving and her attention to detail make her an excellent instructor. She has a natural ability to connect with her students, and her patience teaching style ensures that they feel comfortable and confident in the water. Ard is committed to providing her students with a safe and enjoyable diving experience.
Carl
> Deck Hand
He heads up our Equipment and Support here. He is always smiling and happy to help. He makes sure that Jom Adventure is always sparkling and clean for you.