Tim Taylor is "an accomplished technical rebreather diver, ocean explorer and naturalist who has led diving projects throughout the world for over 25 years. He is President of RV Tiburon Inc., an ocean research, exploration and expedition corporation based in Key West, Florida, and is a writer and lecturer on marine issues. He is also founder of the nonprofit organization Ocean Outreach, which has a strong focus on educational awareness programs for children, our next generation of explorers.
Tim works with emerging technology and specializes in exploration and expedition support. He has hosted, led and organized expeditions for noted marine specialists which include: Dr. Sylvia Earle, Wes Pra , Frank Goddio, Dr. Robert Ginsburg, Dr. Samuel Gruber, Dr. Sue Hendrickson, Dr. Jeff Carrier and Philippe Cousteau". During an interview following the rescue of the 11th boy, here's what he had to say about the rescues:
"This could easily be the terrestrial Apollo 13 of our age", referring to the feat of the over all rescues.
