Captain
Sean Kampfer
Nationality: American
Born and raised on Long Island NY, Captain Sean joined the boating scene at a young age. Beginning with his parent’s boats and restoring an old sailing boat of his own he eventually began running water taxis and mid-size passenger vessels to the city.
Falling hard for yachting one summer after joining a busy charter yacht in New England he has not looked back. Sean is a hands-on captain who takes great pride in any vessel or program he runs.
He is guest satisfaction oriented and aims to make your time aboard TAIL LIGHTS a fantastic and memorable one! Sean is a licensed pilot and in his spare time you might find him sailing, flying, snowboarding, golfing, and spending plenty of time at the beach.
Previous yachts: SEAFARER, JOPAJU, ENDEVOUR, SERENITY, FRISKY LADY.
Chef
Emily Cabanas
Nationality: American
Born in Coconut Cove, Miami, Florida, Chef Emily Cabañas infuses her cooking with a vibrant Caribbean-Latin flair, shaped by her training at Johnson & Wales University – Florida Campus and Ashburton Academy in England.
With extensive experience across the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Eastern Seaboard, Mexico, and Bali, she crafts dishes that are bold, fresh, and locally inspired.
Emily specializes in creating flavorful, health-conscious cuisine, blending comfort with sophistication. Her lighthearted, bubbly energy makes every meal a celebration, ensuring guests feel both indulged and at home.
Motoring through the Caribbean on Motor Yacht TAIL LIGHTS, Emily delivers luxury dining with authenticity, using the best local ingredients to create unforgettable culinary experiences.
Chief Stewardess
Katie McDonald
Nationality: American
Having grown up as the daughter of two love stuck sea lovers, Katie’s life has encompassed a diverse range of vessels of various sizes, as well as a multitude of water sports. Her profound love for the ocean is reflected in her collaborations with individuals; recreating the deep feelings she has for the ocean for the guests on TAIL LIGHTS.
In addition to her experience in the yachting industry, she brings a solid background in the beauty and the fashion industry, spanning over 8 years. Throughout her career, she has had the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients, from high-end clientele to volunteering her time and services at shelters across Los Angeles. This has allowed her to develop exceptional adaptability and to connect with people from all walks of life. She is truly passionate about making a positive impact in people’s lives, whether it be on land or deep at sea.
Mate
Shane Boyle
Nationality: American
Born in New Jersey as well as the west coast of Florida, Shane learned to love the water and watersports at a young age. In his spare time he enjoys kiteboarding and free diving as well as scuba diving.
He began his career in yachting operating tenders for guest excursions. Over his three years in yachting he has helped guests to explore unique locations, and embark upon once in a lifetime experiences. Fishing is also one of his favorite excursions to go on with guests, he knows all the great spots.
He currently holds has his 100 Ton Master & 200 Ton Mate license.
Shane is great at teaching any water-sport that the guests want to experience and is looking forward to adding an element of excitement to your journey aboard TAIL LIGHTS.
Deck / Engineer
Brett Ferree
Nationality: American
Born and raised in the mountains of Colorado, Brett is a 25-year-old Deck/Engineer with nearly five years of experience in the yachting industry.
With a love for all things mechanical and a passion for adventure, he bring a hands-on, energetic approach to life on board TAIL LIGHTS.
When Brett is not making sure all systems are a GO on TAIL LIGHTS and is off the clock, Brett is an adrenaline junkie who enjoys riding motorcycles, playing golf, and exploring new destinations.
Brett’s favorite way to wind down at sea? Stargazing from the deck. Brett enjoys exploring the solar system at night with the guests and creating memorable experiences.
2nd Stewardess
Camielle Bertsch
Nationality: American
Camielle is from Minneapolis, Minnesota, and spent much of her time growing up on a few of the state’s 10,000 lakes. She attended Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois and obtained degrees in Marketing and International Business. Before taking the leap into yachting, she gained extensive hospitality experience working in restaurants in central Illinois. Being raised in the frozen tundra turned Camielle into a winter sports enthusiast. She was a figure skater for fifteen years, with a seven year coaching background, and is an avid skier and snowboarder.
Her passion for travel and new experiences landed her in the yachting industry. Since then, she has worked primarily on charter yachts in the Caribbean, Bahamas and Mediterranean and traveled to over 40 countries. She is excited to share her experiences and create new adventures with the guests on TAIL LIGHTS!