Darren has a distinguished record in leading, mentoring and guiding staff at all levels within his organization, through change management projects, cultural improvement and creating efficiencies in capability output. Darren is an entrepreneur that is professionally renowned for ‘making it happen’, converting plans and strategies into successful outcomes. This unwavering focus is concentrated on The Whiskey Project Group (TWPG) to create the next generation of watercraft for performance, safety and capability. Since the inception of TWPG Darren has successfully led his high performing team through multiple capital raises and acquisitions resulting in TWPG being strategically postured for continuous growth and international expansion across multiple markets.

Randy leads the operations for The Whiskey Project Group USA, responsible for the manufacturing, delivery, and sustainment of TWPG’s advanced aluminum and composite craft across the Americas. His deep experience in developing and leading teams, combined with his hands-on leadership in all aspects of boatbuilding, brings a pragmatic and highly effective approach to managing TWPG USA. Randy leverages the company’s global resources and the expertise of established entities and professional people who have delivered countless craft to military, commercial, and recreational clientele over decades. 

​Paul leads the Group’s Supply Chain, responsible for the sourcing, manufacturing, delivery and sustainment of TWPG’s products and equipment. He has experience developing and leading teams in manufacturing, delivery and providing support for global brands in the defense, aerospace and industrial sectors.  Paul’s focus is on supporting TWPG’s customer base, ensuring that our craft remain safe and operationally capable and available throughout their service life.

John Martin, ONZM, leads the Group's Business Development program focusing on establishing new markets around the world by developing, operationalizing and delivering the business development strategy. His span of responsibilities includes the leadership of TWPG’s global sales and marketing effort, the maintenance of high level contacts and networks to support the Group's goals and maintenance of the essential relationships that set the conditions for success. In the past, John has enjoyed a distinguished career in maritime security and defense.

Based in New Zealand, Andrew leads the global design efforts of the Group. His leadership skills stem from his career in the Royal New Zealand Navy, where he held naval command positions, managed port operations, and directed complex maritime operations. This experience ensures that the Group’s design solutions are both innovative and practical. Andrew's extensive maritime experience, combined with meticulous planning and a focus on safety and efficiency, directly strengthens his ability to lead and deliver impactful design solutions for the Group.