Our Crew
Exceptional Quality Starts with Exceptional People
Getting the perfect sail begins with the people who make it. At Precision Sails, our goal is to work alongside you to design and make the best sail possible for your boat. Just like any professional team, ours is built from talented and passionate people who bring their all to deliver amazing results.
At Precision Sails, our team is your team.


Darryl Hodgson
CEO
Darryl has been supporting sailors worldwide for over a decade, as a dedicated Coast Guard, a passionate sailor, and now the CEO of Precision Sail Loft.

Ron McInnis
Director of Sales
Ron grew up sailing Hobie Cats in Ontario, windsurfing in B.C., and joined the Precision Sails team in 2015. As a powerhouse of ideas, Ron is always happy to share detailed insight into sailing resources.

James Brown
Sail Consultant | Sales
James has worked in the Marine industry for the last 10 years and enjoys exploring hidden coves along BC’s coast, sharing stories with customers, and helping them choose a sail that best fits their needs.

Lars Olsen
Sail Consultant | Sales
Lars is born the Pacific North West on Vancouver Island and arguably was raised by the sea herself. An expert customer journey specialist, over the last 20 years Lars has helped folks buy anything from imported cheese and retirement living to enterprise software. These days Lars looks forward to helping customers build a new sail.

Andreas Zobolas
Director of Design
Andreas grew up sailing, fishing, and attending culinary school in Greece. He then studied graphic design in Chicago, and now oversees the smooth sailing of the design department at Precision Sails.

Jeremy Roszmann
Design Team Manager
For Jeremy, sail design is the perfect amalgamation of solving puzzles and balancing nuanced aerodynamics. When not immersed in sail design theory textbooks, he can be found singing opera and appreciating quality scotch.

Zach Springer
Lead Sail Designer
An expert in quality with an eye for details, Zach grew up in a landlocked part of Canada and found his love for sailing in the lakes of Saskatchewan and Alberta before relocating to Vancouver Island.

Louis Dillon
Sail Designer
Louis caught the sailing bug early on by navigating the Gulf Islands with the family boat. On dry land, you can find him exploring by bike, baking his way through a bread cookbook, or on stage appearing in the occasional opera.

Marc Pettigrew
Measurements Specialist
Marc has over 40 years of experience in the marine industry. Born and raised on Vancouver Island, he developed an early interest in sailing, and lived aboard his Trojan 42 TOBA with his wife Pam for seven years in the Gulf Islands. Today, Marc remains an active racer, crewing on boats at local club events, and is always available for a “boats” chat. Feel free to contact him!

Sandra Pettinger
Office Manager | Payments
A lifelong Sidney resident and a dedicated Office Manager at Precision Sails, Sandra is passionate about her community where she grew up fishing with her dad in the waters of the Saanich inlet and Sansum narrows.

Tony Bruce
Customer Success Manager
Tony grew up in Brockville Ontario “Home of the Thousand Islands” and moved to Victoria 25 years ago. With 15 years experience in the logistics business, Tony is your go-to for all things shipping and warranty related.

Laura Pettinger
Shipping | Logistics | Instagram Star
Laura, a native of Vancouver Island, spent much of her childhood on the beach. With four years of experience in customer service, Laura is equally thrilled to be part of the Precision Sails team and to assist our customers.

Trevor Parks
Production Team | Loft Supervisor
Trevor’s in charge of organising production, and keeps the loft running smoothly. When he’s not busy helping sailors, he can be found camping in the beautiful wilderness around the south island.

Gillian Hodgson
Production Team | Loft Supervisor
A Registered Nurse for the past 15 years, Gillian enjoys working with young families as much as she loves being out on the West Coast waters. Today she is excited to be part of Precision Sails as liaison between the sail lofts and our team.

Jeremy Reaume
Director of Marketing
Jeremy grew up in Lagos, Nigeria and spent many hours on the water cruising the coast and up rivers into remote villages. An expert content and media developer, Jeremy is also an avid explorer on the lookout for his next adventure.

Yukon Innes
Content Developer | Marketing Specialist
Yukon spent his childhood sailing Hobie Cats in Boston Harbor and later relocated to Vancouver Island to be closer to nature and the water, which he loves. When he’s not out on the ocean, Yukon enjoys cruising along the coastal highways on his motorcycle.

Dylan Clark
Junior Designer
Dylan grew up in Victoria on the west coast of Canada where he spent as much time as he could sailing and exploring. He now works as a Junior Designer, which combines his interests in problem solving, applied science, and design.

George Owen
Junior Designer
Although not raised in BC, George spent lots of time on Vancouver Island. He studied marine biology and industrial design and decided to move to the island to be closer to the sea. You can often find him delving into the newest tech or out exploring the vast coast – either on a sailboat or in a kayak.

Nathan Groenewold
Software Developer
Nathan is a proud Albertan with a lifelong love for the water. He’s an adventurer at heart and has spent countless hours sailing, surfing, and kayaking on the lakes, rivers, and oceans of his home province. When Nathan isn’t behind a computer, you’ll find him outside playing rugby with friends or exploring the natural beauty of Vancouver Island. His dedication to his work and adventurous spirit make him a valuable member of the sailing company’s team.

Andrew McMillan
Software Developer
Raised in the stunning Okanagan Valley, Andrew’s love for technology and the boundless opportunities it presents has fueled his passion for software development. When not programming, Andrew enjoys sailing and experiencing the exhilarating rush of the wind against his face out on the water. He finds solace and inspiration in the sea, whether he’s discovering secluded coves or simply basking in the sun.
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