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Boat sailing at dusk linked to art and activism sustainability hub in NYC

Meet The Crew

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Pirate character symbolizing community environmental projects in NYC
Illustrated pirate representing ecological restoration in New York City nonprofit
Creative pirate portrait for art and activism sustainability hub in NYC
Man surfing ocean wave highlighting community-led ecological restoration projects in NYC
Underwater diver clinging to anchor representing ecological restoration in New York City
Whimsical pirate artwork reflecting cultural and environmental education center NYC
Orca swimming in ocean symbolizing community environmental projects in NYC
Ark image connected to art and activism sustainability hub and green nonprofits in NYC
Playful pirate design connecting art, community projects, and sustainability in NYC
Cartoon pirate symbol for green nonprofits NYC and community-led restoration
Pirate illustration highlighting ecological restoration and education projects in NYC

Ben Von Wong

Pirate Business Development, World Renowned Climate Artist

Ben a fellow Pirate for the Planet and climate artist on board the ark

Ivar Smits

(Star)Board Member, Sailors for Sustainability

Ivar the sailor for sustainability to help guide the ark on its voyage

Rob Laing

(Star)Board Member, LRX Group, Start Up Legend

Rob the board advisor to light the lighthouse that guides the ark

Sean LEone

Co-Founder, COO (Chief Ocean Officer) & Turtle Whisperer

Swashbucklin Sean leading the pirates to reclaim Newtown Creek

Lindsay Arden Cooper

Steward of the Schamonchi, CFO (Chief Fleet Officer)

Lindsay Pirate and steward of the Schamonchi helping rebuild the ark

Joe Leone

Co-founder, COO (Chief Ocean Officer), Rhino Whisperer

Jolly Roger Joe aboard the crew of the ark for ecological restoration

Floris van Hees

(Star)Board Member, Sailors for Sustainability

Floris the other sailor for sustainability on the starboard
Pirate character representing No One’s Ark cultural and ecological hub in New York City

Meet The Crew

MITSU PURI

Director of Programming & Mental Health Specialist

Sailor L.A.

Ship Steward, Naval  Apprentice, & Nautical  Artist

Sean LEone

Co-Founder, Industrial Engineer, Artist, & Turtle Whisperer

Joe Leone

Co-Founder, Industrial Engineer, Artist, & Rhino Whisperer

Karen Lee

Environmental Program coordinator & Forest Protector

Rob Laing

Business  Advisor, Start-up Legend, DJ, & Producer

Harmony Efe

Documentary Film-Maker & Grant Specialist

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