Chris Blunden

Chris Blunden is an experienced professional in the sailmaking industry, currently serving as Director at Sefton Sails and Project Manager at Doyle Sailmakers New Zealand Ltd. since February 2022. With a robust background that includes roles as Assembly Technician at Sceye and previous Project Manager and Small Boats Manager positions at Doyle Sailmakers, Chris has contributed significantly to teams such as Team SCA and Artemis Racing as a sailmaker. The career spans over two decades, marked by impactful roles at notable organizations including North Sails and BMW Oracle Racing. Chris is a graduate of Timaru Boys High School, having completed studies there from 1993 to 1997.