There’s probably no easy way to describe Jake, other than perhaps being “focus challenged”. That’s because in addition to being the Richter family’s uber-geek in all things computer and Internet related, as well as a parallel entrepreneur, Jake’s skills range from photography, cooking, and writing to video game testing, dive instruction, WebCam installations, patent work, and countless other things in between.

For those truly curious about the details of his background, take a look at the following links:

• Jake’s Curriculum Vitae (CV) a.k.a. Resume
• Jake’s Art at www.JakeRichter.com
• Jake’s Technology Blog
• Some of Jake’s Articles

Needless to say, Jake is the one that set up this web site, and makes sure it keeps running. He also qualifies as perhaps the most anal retentive of The Traveling Richters, needing to know well in advance where his next night’s rest will be. While dining is a frequently spontaneous action, a bed to sleep in is not. The rest of the family is working on him though.

Jake is also an avid video gamer, owning at least two of every recent popular video game console and portable device to have come out in the last decade. He still holds his own against Bas and Krystyana in Halo 3 fragfests, but they are slowly gaining ground. His Xbox Live Gamertag is BonaireGamer.

Jake’s Travel “Badges of Merit”
Airlines:

• American Airlines Platinum
• Continental Airlines Gold Elite
• US Airways Platinum
• Delta Airlines Gold Medallion
• Virgin Airways Gold

Lodging:

• InterContinental’s Priority Club Platinum Ambassador
• Starwoods Preferred Guest Gold
• Hilton HHonors Gold
• LoewsFirst Platinum
• Marriott Gold Elite

Jake’s Dive Certification Level:

• PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI)

Jake can be reached as jake@TheTravelingRichters.com