North Winds Canvas

amy@nwcanvas.com
Customer Service

After working for three years as an engineer in the semiconductor industry, Amy joined the family business in 2000 to focus on the art of sailmaking. From managing the office, to working on the floor, she has picked up all the necessary skills to keep the business running smoothly and efficiently. In 2006, she formed a new company, North Winds Canvas to manage the ever-increasing demand for custom canvas work. Amy currently takes care of the business's financial aspects while spending time away from the office with her two young sons Wyatt and Carlisle.

Anika Caldwell \ production manager

anika@nwcanvas.com
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Since 2004, Anika has been busy repairing sails and making custom canvas. She is our lead design consultant, production manager and seamstress. Anika is very hands-on and enjoys the aspect of using our 2D cad program to create and sew new canvas.

Anika obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Graphic Design from Portland State University in 2006. As canvas Production Manager, and Marketing Director, she keeps up our web site, as well as oversees the sail and canvas work. Always up for a design challenge, she will make sure you are satisfied with a product right from the begining, and for years to come.

The caribbean tropics are at the top of her list for favorite sailing adventures. In 2007, she cruised through the Grenadines on a Beneteau 42, and has explored other areas such as the BVIs, Antigua and Hawaiian islands. She loves snorkeling reefs and eating local cuisines. Anika competed on PSU Sailing Team and is proud to have been named the All Northwest Crew of the year in 2003 and 2004, and the All Northwest Woman Skipper of the year in 2005. Anika is a member of Willamette Sailing Club, and you'll be sure to see her out laser sailing, crewing or helming J-24s and sailing on other local boats!

Kelly Penner \ office administrator

As our office administrator, you'll likely be greeted by Kelly and find her very helpfull when dropping off your sails or canvas.

She has lived in Oregon since age four and loves it. We get all the seasons with wonderful color. Kelly enjoys being able to work in the sailing community and learning many new things. She received her two year teaching diploma, and taught pre-school for two years.

Kelly also loves to travel. Her most memorable trip is when she spent three months in New Zealand as a foreign exchange student. "I got to travel and see the beautiful country and meet many amazing people. My hope in the future is to travel again to New Zealand and then explore Europe. I have also seen places like the beautiful black sand beaches, and crystal blue waters of Hawaii, as well as the volcanoes of Guatemala.  My other hobbies include the outdoors, hiking, rock climbing, or simply just having a nice picnic."

Sammy

Samantha is our loft kitty. She sees that all work goes out the door Sammy certified! Come by and say hi.