RON HOLLAND DESIGN

Ron's innovative designs have repeatedly shaken up the yacht racing world. Ron Holland Design became one of the world's leading yacht designers and the creator of a new generation of custom 100ft (30 metre)-plus performance superyachts in the early 1980's... In 2020, Ron celebrated over 45 years with Ron Holland Design, during which time the industry has changed immensely. Ron strives to stay ahead of the design curve: he is always looking for the latest innovations to improve his clients' yachting experience and life on the water... Born in Auckland, New Zealand, Ron Holland became enchanted with sailing at an early age. Ron's father bought him a sailing dinghy for his 7th birthday. Ron recalls feeling upset because he really wanted a rowing dinghy, not a sailing dinghy, as he was afraid it would tip over. Sure enough, on their first trip out the boat capsized, and a local fisherman picked up a terrified Ron and brought him to shore.

Primary location: Vancouver Canada