Where did you work before you came to KKMI? I was HOD of Hydraulic and Drive Train Systems at SailGP. I was a member of Oracle Racing for five America’s Cup campaigns 2001-2017 and was with America True in 2000.
What made you want to come work with KKMI? In 2011 I asked KKMI to refit USA 76 before starting our charter business at Pier 39. I came to know the KKMI team and their excellent craftsmanship, and over the years I’ve had an enjoyable working relationship. In early 2021 I was looking for a change to spend more time at home and Paul was looking for a project manager. When Paul asked me to jump the fence, it wasn’t a difficult decision.
What’s your favorite part of the job so far? I thought I knew a lot about boats and quickly realized I had spent a long career in a very small niche of the industry. I’m enjoying learning about all the parts and processes that go into running the boatyard and I’m surrounded by great teachers.
Some other generic bio info:
· Grew up in Wellington, New Zealand.
· First international regatta was the 1994 Kenwood Cup.
· First time I arrived in San Francisco I was asleep on a container ship.
· Learned to windsurf (quickly) at Chrissy Field.
· Favorite food: Lasagna.
· Favorite music: Anything that isn’t Kanye West.
· Favorite drink: Rum and coke.
· Favorite ice cream flavor: Anything with chocolate.
