KEFI

Crew Profile

Captain- Richard Perez
Captain Richard is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in the industry. Holding a USCG 200t License, Richard has mastered the art of seamless vessel operations, meticulous maintenance, and unparalleled safety protocols. Richard's extensive career spans the operation and management of some of the most prestigious yachts, including the sleek 88' Mangusta “Rosso” and the luxurious 86' Azimut “MAJA.” His leadership is characterized by a keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering exceptional experiences on the water. Whether navigating the turquoise waters of the Bahamas or executing complex maneuvers in the Caribbean, Richard’s command ensures a journey that is as smooth as it is unforgettable.

Beyond his technical prowess, Richard excels in handling high-performance tenders and speedboats, making him the go-to captain for clients seeking adventure and thrill. His proven ability to manage charter operations efficiently and respond decisively in emergency situations makes him a captain that brokers can trust to deliver top-tier service every time. Choosing Captain Richard Perez means choosing a flawless yachting experience, where every detail is handled with precision and every voyage is tailored to perfection.


Chief Stewardess – Shireena Knott
Shireena joined the world of yachting over two years ago and hasn't looked back since! zshe has experience on both private and charter motor yachts and has been all up and down the East Coast and Caribbean. She was in pre med to be a surgical physicians assistant, but decided that wasn’t for her. Growing up in the Great Lakes state of Michigan, Shireena always had a love for the water and is completely in her element on boats. She loves making people laugh and is always looking to excel in whatever she does! Fun fact about Shireena, she studied Martial arts and achieved her blackbelt in Taekwondo! Her hobbies includ long boarding, kayaking, reading, socializing, acrylic painting and cooking.

Mate/Stew – Jessica Giraldo
Jessica was born and raised in Miami with both parents being from Colombia . Knowing both Spanish and English is always a plus. Back in 2020 she began working on boats and hasnt left since . It’s definitely a different experience, one reason why she enjoys yachting. Through the last 3 years she has been working on similar size boats with both private and charters. Her travels has taken her to the Caribbean and Bahamas. Jessica brings her charismatic and big smile energy and will also leave the guest with a good experience.

Chef –John Kubic
John was born and raised in Rhode Island. His love for adventure brought him to sunny California where he fell in love with life near the ocean and where he also began his culinary journey. During his nine years in California he worked in various restaurants attaining many culinary skills. He was blessed with the birth of his son which eventually brought him to Oregon to be closer to family. While in Oregon John attended Cordon Bleu culinary school. He decided to relocate to the sunny island of St. John in the US Virgin Islands where he became the head chef of Asolare, a French, Asian infused
restaurant. After a year and a half of soaking up the sun and salt-water John decided to relocate back to Oregon to be closer to his son. He continued perfecting his skills in the culinary industry which eventually provided him with the opportunity to help open a restaurant in Orlando, Florida. After spending some time in Florida, a friend introduced John to the yachting industry which offered a very unique experience for a chef. John decided to give yachting a try & has spent the last thirteen years working on various boats in the industry in a variety of beautiful places. He loves the fast pace, high energy environment that yachting provides along with the constant change of places, people and cuisines that keep him on his toes and maintains the excitement about what each day holds.