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People involved in the project

Those who keep the machine running

The Atyla family

The first people who have to appear on this page are those who worked voluntarily or semi-voluntarily during all these years.

Many people collaborate (or have collaborated) as crew members, or during the winter works or on office tasks.

They contribute their time, ideas and even money because they believe in what Atyla does.

They have helped the project to be what it is and they are an essential part of the Atyla Foundation. Without them, this would not be possible. That’s why they appear first on this page.

Group Photo Atyla Ship Foundation, Family Group Volunteers, Essential VIP Crew People Behind, Team
They are too many to include all their pictures here, but they know who they are, and they know they will always be part of the family. #AtylaFamily
Group Photo Atyla Ship Foundation, Family Group Volunteers, Essential VIP Crew People Behind, Team

The organising team

Rodrigo De La Serna Captain Atyla Ship Foundation Chairman Chairperson Web Cut

Rodrigo de la Serna

Chairman and captain

He sails on Atyla since he was 3 years old. His charisma and his leadership are a source of inspiration for everyone.

Rodrigo De La Serna Captain Atyla Ship Foundation

Kasia Wojciechowska

Onboard administration

She started as a winter volunteer and watch leader in 2016. Her implication and her skills made her indispensable.

Rodrigo De La Serna Captain Atyla Ship Foundation

Alfonso Garzón

Head of operations

He left his “normal” job in 2014 to help build this project. His vision and dedication made Atyla what it is today.

Rodrigo De La Serna Captain Atyla Ship Foundation

Inés Zalba

Partnerships

She was part of the team that built Atyla in the 80s. Now she’s back making history again.

Rodrigo De La Serna Captain Atyla Ship Foundation

Laureano Boyero

Chief engineer

For years, he used to come and help on board as a volunteer. In 2022 he finally joined the permanent crew.

Rodrigo De La Serna Captain Atyla Ship Foundation

Lucía & Mamen Vicente

Treasury and administration

Sisters of Esteban Vicente, they’re always ready to help with whatever paperwork is needed.

Rodrigo De La Serna Captain Atyla Ship Foundation

Enaitz Semperena

Communications manager

He started as coach on board in 2022. He now uses his skills to keep communications smooth.

Rodrigo De La Serna Captain Atyla Ship Foundation

Mikel Monje

Land support

He joined as a participant in 2016 and fell in love with the project, since then he’s always been there and he’s become vital.

Rodrigo De La Serna Captain Atyla Ship Foundation

Would you like to be part of the team?

The best way to start is by volunteering for a while and becoming part of the Atyla family before you become part of the organising team, so tell us if you would be willing to do this.

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