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Simon Hull, managing director of Zhik’s New Zealand distributorship, is stepping up to a strategic position on the board of Zhik’s global business.
The move is a change of focus for Hull following his dedicated work with the Zhik distributorship, to further grow and drive the New Zealand market as well as benefit the global business. Zhik is a major sponsor of Yachting New Zealand.
The New Zealand distributor operation will be re-incorporated into Zhik’s global business as part of the change of structure. For the consumer, most operational aspects will remain the same, with the Zhik NZ Auckland showroom remaining open in Penrose and the New Zealand personnel remaining in place in the Auckland office.
“I first became involved with the brand as an incredibly passionate user of Zhik clothing in my own sailing endeavours," said Hull, who has won the Coastal Classic eight times and last year raced on the international GC32 circuit. "My ongoing increased investment and involvement with the brand is an exciting progression.”
The board appointment took effect from September 28, 2019.
"I thank the team in New Zealand for the enormous efforts in building Zhik to this great position," Zhik global chief executive Piet Poelmann said. "New Zealand is a nation of great sailors, hence Zhik feels at home there.
"With our continued global growth, I am thrilled the same team will be there to service our dealers and customers and help grow Zhik through many championships, the Olympics, and the Americas Cup’.
The Zhik team in both the New Zealand and Australian offices are excited to continue to develop and support the needs of the New Zealand market and help sailors achieve their best in high quality, technical gear that will enhance their performance.
- Pic: Simon Hull recently sold Frank Racing, which won last year's Coastal Classic. Photo: Yachting New Zealand.
