I found this post from 4 years ago. At that point, @saintjavelin was just print on demand meme merch, but I was in Ukraine in April 2022 and made the decision that we would make it a goal to produce 100% of Saint Javelin products in Ukraine. I had zero experience in clothing, manufacturing, fulfilment, international shipping, duties. I had zero idea how hard it would be. Today, we've built a pretty remarkable network of manufacturers across Ukraine, some of which we've worked with for over 3 years now. We are now working hard on the design and development of new products, with designers who've worked at some of the biggest outdoor brands in the world like Arcteryx, Northface, and Patagonia. We're striving to make the best stuff possible, no exceptions and our guiding principle is that we make gear for people who do hard things for the right reasons. And now we're looking for a new head of production in Ukraine. We'd love someone who is highly experienced in the apparel industry and can work closely with our design team. This person will serve as our eyes and ears on the ground across Ukraine — liaising with manufacturers, tracking production progress, and helping source new partners, fabrics, trims, and hardware. Veterans are especially encouraged to apply.