It has been an honor and pleasure to work with Bon Lee. It is rare to see someone still so passionate about what they do after 25 years.
I refer to Bon as the “dough whisperer”. It is magical to watch him when he is in the Bake Lab and just has that sense (like a chef) to know when the dough is ready with just the single touch of his hands.
Over the years I have been able to learn and appreciate him as a professional, mentor, and an amazing co-worker. He has taught me so much about wheat, testing, and the end-product evaluation process. I also have been able to get to know him as a person and appreciate his sense of humor, his passion for hiking, and his love for food.
There will be a great void when he retires and he will be missed. But as he puts on those different colored shoes and takes off on his next adventure, I want to wish him the best.
Brent Haugen