Lovingly referred to as the "mini UN" - the Hudson Yacht Group team is as diverse as it is dynamic. With project managers, naval architects, boat builders, engineers and sales & marketing professionals from around the world. We are a cohesive team who work towards a common goal: producing the world's best boats for the world's happiest clients.

LEADERSHIP

Hudson Yacht Group is lead by company founder Hudson Wang, CEO Paul Hakes and President Seth Hynes.

HUDSON WANG - COMPANY FOUNDER Hudson founded Hudson Yacht Group in 2009. Already an experienced and successful manufacturer and entrepreneur, he turned his business skills toward his passion for boats. With partnerships in world-renowned brands, Wan… — **HUDSON WANG** - COMPANY FOUNDER
Hudson founded Hudson Yacht Group in 2009. Already an experienced and successful manufacturer and entrepreneur, he turned his business skills toward his passion for boats. With partnerships in world-renowned brands, Wang directs all production and sales phases of the world's finest yachts for both Asian and global markets.

**Paul Hakes -** CEO
Paul leads all operations at HH Catamarans from concept to execution. From New Zealand, Paul has been a boat builder all of his adult life, mostly building very high end customized racing yachts. He joined forces with Hudson in 2012, and together they formed HH Catamarans.

**Seth Hynes** - PRESIDENT
Seth is an experienced cruiser and is known for his popular YouTube channel (@The Sailing Family). There he has documented five years of full-time cruising on various catamarans, twice crossing the Pacific. When not sailing, Seth has built a career around the marketing and sale of Luxury Goods, and he has worked with Oracle Team USA in the America's Cup. When combined with his Oxford MBA, Seth brings a wealth of sailing knowledge, marketing strength and corporate governance, making him the ideal leader for HYG team.

SALES AND MARKETING

The HYG Sales and Marketing team is another truly international force. Marketing and PR specialists from Taiwan, China, the UK and the US, as well as a strong network of brokers worldwide, round out the team. Our knowledgeable, experienced team is driven to always put the needs of our customers first - ensuring that your buying and ownership experience with HYG is straight forward, fun and stress free.

Jade Wang - SALES VP After graduating from the School of Management at the University of Ottawa, Canada in 2009, Jade began a career in sales, marketing and customer service involving manufacturing both in Asia and Europe. She joined HYG in 2013 and… — **Jade Wang** - SALES VP
After graduating from the School of Management at the University of Ottawa, Canada in 2009, Jade began a career in sales, marketing and customer service involving manufacturing both in Asia and Europe. She joined HYG in 2013 and has helped to orchestrate the growth of the company with a focus on customer care.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

HYG’s project management team is dedicated to ensuring each of our project's complete success, from the early stages of design through delivery and beyond. The team works closely with our owners and their representatives to ensure their every desire is carefully considered and implemented.

Emma Chen - PROJECT COORDINATOR Emma graduated from Fujian Normal University in 2007 and received her second bachelor's degree from Jimei University in 2016. She joined HYG in 2010, where she worked as an account executive for the Pearl 75 motor yac… — **Emma Chen** - PROJECT COORDINATOR
Emma graduated from Fujian Normal University in 2007 and received her second bachelor's degree from Jimei University in 2016. She joined HYG in 2010, where she worked as an account executive for the Pearl 75 motor yacht project. She was promoted to project coordinator soon after. She is now assigned to HH88 division where she works on customer servicing and project coordination.

DESIGN AND ENGINEERING

Headed by James Hakes, Warren Muir and James Juan, HYG’s design and engineering team is one of the world’s largest luxury yacht development teams. The team takes great pride in its work and in its ability to operate seamlessly in two languages and cultures. The design and engineering professionals at HYG know the importance of clear, concise drawings that are clearly understood on the shop floor and beyond.

Taka Wung - ENGINEERING MANAGEROriginally from Taiwan and educated in New Zealand, Taka applies over 10 years of marine engineering experience to lead our in-house engineering department. Taka is fluent in three languages and his skill set ranges fr… — **Taka Wung** - ENGINEERING MANAGER
Originally from Taiwan and educated in New Zealand, Taka applies over 10 years of marine engineering experience to lead our in-house engineering department. Taka is fluent in three languages and his skill set ranges from metal fabrication to fluid dynamics and everything in between.

James Hakes - PROJECT MANAGERJames has been involved in the marine industry his entire life. A keen sailor and with a Degree in Naval Architecture, James works in our Engineering office making sure the boats are built to Morelli Melvin standards and… — **James Hakes** - PROJECT MANAGER
James has been involved in the marine industry his entire life. A keen sailor and with a Degree in Naval Architecture, James works in our Engineering office making sure the boats are built to Morelli Melvin standards and requirements and that the custom variations are correctly designed and built.

James Juan - DESIGN MANAGERAka "JJ" cut his teeth in the boating industry whilst working as an engineer for Jade Yachts under the mentorship of Jim Normy from McIvor&Team. He gained further experience at Tayana Yachts where, as project manager h… — **James Juan** - DESIGN MANAGER
Aka "JJ" cut his teeth in the boating industry whilst working as an engineer for Jade Yachts under the mentorship of Jim Normy from McIvor&Team. He gained further experience at Tayana Yachts where, as project manager he oversaw engineering and system design and customer liaising before joining the HH Catamaran team in 2016.

BOATBUILDING

HYG has assembled a team of seasoned professionals from around the globe to build create a talented team of project managers and craftsmen. Hailing from four continents, and led by veteran boatbuilder Riccardo Marton, the production team members are fully dedicated to building yachts with professionalism and integrity. Every step of the process is carefully managed and communicated by our excellent project management team. Processes and details are checked and rechecked to insure HYG’s highest standards are maintained

Paul Smith - PAINT MANAGERPaul has worked as paint manager at HYG since 2011. Previously he worked on projects that included the Gunboat 60 and the HH42. — **Paul Smith** - PAINT MANAGER
Paul has worked as paint manager at HYG since 2011. Previously he worked on projects that included the Gunboat 60 and the HH42.

Yuchen Chen - BOAT BUILDING MANAGER Yuchun joined HYM in 2010 as the Gunboat 60 Engineering Manager. In 2012 he took over as Production Manager on the Gunboat 60 line. Yuchun now manages production of the HH line. — **Yuchen Chen** - BOAT BUILDING MANAGER
Yuchun joined HYM in 2010 as the Gunboat 60 Engineering Manager. In 2012 he took over as Production Manager on the Gunboat 60 line. Yuchun now manages production of the HH line.

INTERNATIONAL SERVICE

HYG's team of international service professionals are available around the globe, around the clock. The Service Worldwide Anytime Team (SWAT) is comprised of Captain Chris Bailet, boatbuilder extraordinaire Riccardo Marton, electrician Carlos Van Camp, and customer service/concierge Lauren Battaile. Any member of this at-large team can be deployed at a moment's notice to assist our clients anywhere in the world.

Chris Bailet - COMMISSIONING SKIPPER — **Chris Bailet** - COMMISSIONING SKIPPER

Lauren Battaile - PR / CONCIERGE — **Lauren Battaile** - PR / CONCIERGE

Meet Our Team