Jim Mullen, Captain, USN (Ret) has been involved in mariner training for the past 20 years teaching all aspects of deck seamanship. A former Surface Warfare Officer, Jim’s 30 year career in the U.S. Navy included over 20 years at sea, including command of two destroyers and as Commodore of an eight ship destroyer squadron. Following his successful Naval career, Jim sailed as Chief Mate and Master on numerous merchant vessels, earning a USCG Unlimited Master’s license and credentialed as a Harbor Pilot for San Diego Bay. Jim earned both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Education, and thoroughly enjoys teaching students of all ages.