The announcement follows the retirement of Mike Tasker, who was at the helm of the Rolly Tasker for more than a decade.
“Mike is retired and no longer working for the company. We thank Mike for all his good efforts he spent to the company and wish him a well-earned retirement,” Mr Cornelius said in a statement issued this week.
“After restructuring the management positions and responsibilities, Kerry Tasker has appointed myself as CEO of Rolly Tasker Sails (Thailand) Co. Ltd,” Mr Cornelius added.
“I will take over some important key positions, including continuing Rolly’s production policies and processes, support and training of sail design department, controlling, the distributor and export responsibilities and other strategic management functions,” he added.
“I’m very glad to confirm that David Desage, who previously developed our Mast & Rigging Department successfully, joined the management team as Operations Manager. While I will travel between Thailand and Europe, David is permanent in Phuket and ensures an efficient management of the sail loft including all concerning departments.
“David is a highly skilled and motivated professional in the sailing business and I’m convinced that his strong ambition will help to improve the efficiency, products as well as the development of our growing local market in Thailand.
“David, myself and our dynamic team are exited for the challenge to continue developing Rolly Tasker Sails and look forward to working with you in the future,” Mr Cornelius said.