About Oru Kayak
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Our Team
Anton Willis
CDO
Working late nights and weekends for years, Anton developed the original Oru. Only one sank in the process.
Ardy Sobhani
CEO
After a childhood in Iran and almost capsizing his first time in an Oru Kayak, Ardy co-founded the company.
Jessica Leigh
Operations Director
After growing up in Canada, Jess now lives in SF with her two kids and is active in the local sailing community.
Alex Villalvazo
Relationship Manager & Logistics
Cool under fire, you can always count on Alex to effortlessly save the day.
Forrest Harvey
Product Manager
A life-long resident of Oakland, Forrest knows the biking and hiking trails in the hills as well as anyone.
Jeffrey Lang
Marketing & eComm Manager
A proud Oakland native and father of two, Jeffrey enjoys jogging, working out and spending time with family.
Bob Finley
Director of Finance & Accounting
Meet Bob – boater, baker, financial statement maker.
Jess Anthony
Community Liaison
The only thing quicker than Jess's wit is her ability to make connections or whip up a stack of brunch cakes.