Capt. Cole is the captain of Motor-Yacht Kemosabe. He joined us in December of 2022. He has been a USCG licensed captain for over 10 years and has navigated the waters from Georgia all the way to the Turks and Caicos Islands. His licenses and certifications consist of his USCG 200-ton Master Near Coastal Captains License with endorsements in STCW95, Radar Observer Unlimited, HELM-M, MEDPIC (Medical Person In Charge), and Marine Radio Operator. He is also a certified Divemaster with additional certifications in Public Safety diving as he also assists local Police & Fire Departments in diving operations. He has 14 years in the yachting industry and was born and raised in Fort Lauderdale, FL. His yachting background has been in multiple positions on vessels ranging from 60ft to 130ft motor yachts. His maritime experience also includes marine salvage, recreational and commercial scuba diving as well as yacht engineering. He is knowledgeable in the areas of South Florida, The Bahamas, and Parts of the Caribbean. Cole is described as a captain who is safety focused, detail oriented, fun, communicative and prepared. He also strives on making a fun and enjoyable work environment for his crew so that their positive attitude is reflected toward the guests. He enjoys diving, freshwater fishing and spending time with his wife, 2 sons and his dog during his time off.

Nico is the 1st Mate onboard Motor-Yacht Kemosabe. He joined us in October of 2024. Nico was born in Boca Raton, Florida. Being raised in the neighboring town Deerfield Beach, Nico grew up on the water. Most of his childhood activities involved the water; and after years of boating, surfing, and fishing, Nico decided to pursue his passions and dive into the yachting industry. Nico worked for 4Ocean ( A global company that focuses on keeping our ocean clean and free of trash) for years before obtaining his USCG 100 Gross Ton Captains License. His love for boats translates through his extensive knowledge of a variety of vessels; and his charismatic personality allows for anyone to feel comfortable with him. In Nico’s free time he enjoys golfing with friends, spending time with his family or taking his 2 dogs on the boat to the local sandbars.

Leah is the Chief Stewardess on board Kemosabe. She joined us in October of 2022 and, promoted to Chief Stewardess in February of 2025. Leah was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico and at an early age she relocated to Walla Walla Washington. There she grew up raising and showing her livestock in her small country town. After 15 years of farm life she graduated from Walla Walla High School in June of 2022. Soon after graduation Leah packed her bags to follow her dreams to travel. She found herself in Florida and couldn’t be happier exploring her new life as a boat girl.