Laurie Saunders

Laurie Saunders

Name: Laurie Saunders Position: Head of Spinnakers & Graphics How did you get into sailmaking: I always liked the combination of ancient technology and modern materials; for example windpower being harnessed by carbon and Kevlar. Hobbies: In my head – surfing,...
Lidia Francus

Lidia Francus

Position: Cover Maker How did you get into your role: I had been in and out of several machinist roles across a variety of industries and when an opportunity to expand my horizons in the marine side of seaming – it was an exciting opportunity at Sanders. Hobbies:...
Pat Jeske

Pat Jeske

Name: Pat Jeske Position: Head of Bag Production How did you get into sailmaking: I was very good at dressmaking at school and saw a local advert to work for McMullen sailmakers and this was my first job. After working there for a number of years, I had an opportunity...
Paula Puddifoot

Paula Puddifoot

Name: Paula Puddifoot Position: Marketing Manager How did you come be involved in your role: I have worked within the Yachting and Maritime industry for 25 years and have enjoyed all aspects of the roles I have undertaken, from life on-board Superyachts to...
Sarah Bishop

Sarah Bishop

Position: Senior Sailmaker & Chief One Design Machinist How did you get into sailmaking: A good friend was working at a local sail loft and I wanted a career change when I saw that they were advertising. So I went in for an interview and have loved working in the...