Jeremy Wilmot joins Zhik USA

by Mike Krantz on 9 Apr 2011 Zhik USA is busy preparing for some significant growth this summer, and is proud to announce the addition of Jeremy Wilmot to head up Market Development. Jeremy will help handle the growth of the Zhik business in both dinghy and yachting apparel from Colleges to elite yachting such as the Americas Cup.

Jeremy has a diverse background in sailing experience, from top level dinghy racing to offshore yachting. Included in his resume is offshore racing such as skipper for 'Morning Light' in Transpac and Sydney to Hobart, inshore racing as tactician for the World Champion Melges 32 'Bliksem', and dinghy racing such as 'Aussie 18ft Skiff Rookie of the Year' in 2010.

'Jeremy’s understanding of the USA market, and his exceptional knowledge of all facets of sailing at the highest level, makes him a huge asset.', said Brian Conolly, founder of Zhik. 'We expect to learn a great deal from him working in market development, and this should translate to greatly improved service to the customer base'.

Mike Krantz - Pres/CEO of Zhik USA is quoted, 'It’s great to have someone of Jeremy’s caliber join our staff. Jeremy brings a wealth of hands on experience sailing in all types of technical sailing gear. Jeremy will use that experience to help communicate to our dealers and customers the technology behind our products '

'I am particularly proud to join the Zhik team', said Jeremy. 'I have been wearing Zhik gear for some time now, and am a true believer in the products. I think the potential for the brand is massive'.

Jeremy will be based out of Newport, Zhik website