Management Team
David Hartmann, President
davidh@hornetmarine.com - 860.516.3141 ext. 102
David Hartmann is the President of Hornet Marine, responsible for overseeing company performance and establishing overall strategic objectives. As a lifelong boater, Mr. Hartmann decided to combine his entrepreneurial spirit with his passion for the water by founding Hornet Marine with Erik Schubert and Jason Bolas in 2009. Prior to starting Hornet Marine, Mr. Hartmann was a co-founder of Tiger Claw, Inc. and served as the company’s President/CEO for 11 years. As a leader in the building supply industry, Tiger Claw, Inc. was listed as one of the “5000 Fastest Growing Consumer Products Companies” three years in a row (Inc. Magazine) and was sold to OMG, Inc. in 2011. Mr. Hartmann holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the Rochester Institute of Technology.
Erik Schubert, Operations Manager
eriks@hornetmarine.com - 860.516.3141 ext. 103
Erik Schubert is Hornet Marine’s Operations Manager. He is responsible for managing day-to-day business activities, including logistics management, finances, and operational strategizing. Prior to co-founding Hornet Marine in 2009, Mr. Schubert’s experience in the low-voltage electrical industry provides him with a strong project management and service background.
Jason Bolas, Factory Sales Manager
jayb@hornetmarine.com - 860.516.3141 ext. 104
Jason Bolas is Hornet Marine’s Factory Sales Manager, responsible for overseeing all sales activities. Mr. Bolas also manages the company’s dealer network and works closely with each Hornet Marine dealer to establish objectives and create unique sales programs for each market. Prior to co-founding Hornet Marine in 2009, Mr. Bolas worked as a commercial electrician for over ten years and brings extensive knowledge to his position as an avid boater himself.
Jason Ballash, Design/Procurement Manager
jballash@hornetmarine.com - 860.516.3141 ext. 107
Jason Ballash is head of Design and Procurement at Hornet Marine. He is responsible for overseeing product development from inception to launch, including the design, modeling and testing of components for each custom boat build. As head of Procurement, Mr. Ballash also manages supply and purchasing activities for the company while maintaining key vendor relationships.
David Mays, Production Manager
dmays@hornetmarine.com - 860.516.3141 ext. 108
As Production Manager, David Mays oversees all manufacturing processes at Hornet Marine. He is responsible for the planning and building of each custom boat, utilizing world-class kitting processes to meet fast turnaround times. Prior to joining Hornet Marine in 2010, Mr. Mays worked as a marine mechanic and has experience working with a variety of vessels. He also graduated from the Marine Mechanics Institute in Orlando, FL and is a Certified Marine Technician.
Katherine Rioux, Marketing Manager
katheriner@hornetmarine.com - 860.516.3141 ext. 100
Katherine Rioux is Hornet Marine’s Marketing Manager, responsible for overseeing all marketing activities. Ms. Rioux manages Hornet Marine’s brand communications, consumer marketing programs, and serves as the company’s contact for all media relations. She graduated magna cum laude from Fordham University with a B.A. in Communication & Media Studies.
