James Maxwell-President/Captain
At least once a year, James has the burning desire to go to sea. To jump aboard tall ship from days of old and sail the world. Sadly he lives ten hours away from the nearest ocean and the days of the tall ship are long gone. But he does live an hour away from the largest body of freshwater in North America save for the Great Lakes and is known to belt out a sea shanty when least expected. And the IP&NCo. will be his chance to at long last to smell the sea air, feel the wind in his face, and know what it is like with a full sail and a good ship. Or decently filled sails and an OK ship. Or maybe to be stuck in irons on a really lousy ship. Come to think of it he may experience his ship sinking out from underneath him, feeling all hope is lost and the world hates him. No matter what, it'll be a grand adventure!
Michael Seitz (AKA The Typesetter)-Builder/Friend
Friends don't let friends build poorly constructed boats. With the thoughtful patience and care that our CEO sometimes lacks, Mike has been a stalwart supporter of the IP&NCo. since it's inception. Helping in all phases of the project Mike has proven an invaluable sounding board on all things marine related and more.Raymond Down-Executive Director/Labor/Roommate
What James lacks for in patience and objectivity, Raymond makes up for it. He has agreed against his better judgment to assist his roommate in pursuing one of his many dreams. As a rather happy bachelor with a whole menagerie of animals Raymond has no desire what so ever to go to sea. Or go to lake. Or any body of water at all. As of the writing his only goal is not to set foot aboard any of the craft he helps build and by doing so survive the whole ordeal.
Mike Maxwell-Chairman/Labor/Dad
For the last three decades Mike has been James' father. The experience has taken it's toll but as always is once again willing to cast off for parts unknown with his progeny. And he has that look that speaks of wisdom, authority and experience. Let's hope some of it involves building cheap wooden boats.
Micheal Irvine-Crew/Nephew
Every boat needs not only a captain, but a crew. Micheal fits the bill. As a teenager he is relatively fit, lacking occasionally in common sense, and game for almost anything his "crazy" uncle James puts him up to. More importantly then this, he can swim and follow directions.