Who’s Who on the Point Sur – Part III

Meet Ben Jokinen. Ben is our Senior Marine Technician and has the primary responsibility to make sure everything on the boat is working related to science and technology. One of the most important aspects of Ben’s role is to act as a liaison between the science party and the crew to provide the necessary support to ensure a successful cruise. This involves everything from complex scientific instruments to safety equipment to duct tape. (Duct tape is a complex scientific instrument in my estimation.)

Ben is also a kindred spirit of all good things from New Orleans. Living in Louisiana for a couple of years and working on the Gulf gave Ben a true appreciation for the finer things in life like red beans and rice. Most of all, Ben a warmhearted and good-natured guy who does not judge me when I bust out some Nawlin’s funk moves in the galley! Thanks, Ben.

To round out our cast of characters, I think it is not by chance that the last crew member to introduce you to is probably our biggest character of them all……Richard Wittenberg.

Richie has sailed the world round more than all of us combined. Hailing from England, Richie has an extensive background in the world’s busiest ports and on all types of vessels with a long-standing career as a head A/B. His knowledge, skill set and attention to detail keeps the Point Sur looking like the fine lady she is. That commitment to pride in our vessel is a contribution to our crew that sets us apart from others and we thank you, Rich!

Now that you have met this cast of characters you probably figure out some of the reasons why I like it here. Good people.

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