Meet the Sailmakers

Stuart Grace

Name: Stuart Grace

Position: Senior Sailmaker and Production Lead

How did you get into sailmaking: I had a chance meeting with a school friend who worked for Hood sailmakers in 1974 and never looked back. Sailmaking has allowed me the opportunity to work in many countries around the world, including the United States and New Zealand.

Hobbies: Golf, cycling, rowing and my philanthropy work, which includes fundraising for the epilepsy society and being a patron at the ‘Piam Brown’ oncology ward. Biggest achievments include being a 2 x national champion and being pre selected for New Zealand Rowing Team at the World Championships in 1978.

Years at Sanders: 27 Years