Paka Apparel

Paka Apparel Introduces New General Manager, Former prAna Executive Brian Thompson, and Advisory Board

I am thrilled to share that I have joined Paka Apparel as its General Manager. Paka is a purpose-driven brand focused on building products that: are in harmony with natural systems, minimize environmental impact and create a positive impact for the people and communities that make its products possible. I am joining this brand at an exciting time as it continues its impressive growth trajectory. The Paka team is an incredibly talented and dedicated group that has welcomed me with open arms. I've spent the last two weeks in Peru launching our Cusco flagship retail store, learning about the business, meeting our partners and deep diving into alpaca wool farming, sourcing and production. I don't think I could have found a more values-aligned brand to work for. www.pakaapparel.com

🦙📣 Paka Job Alert! We’re recruiting for the following positions over the coming months. Please comment / DM if you know any strong candidates fit for the job and aligned with our mission - we are building a magnetic team to change the apparel industry: - Visual Designer - Content and Social Coordinator - Lead Apparel Designer (contract to start) - Customer Happiness Manager *Please note: our office is based in Boulder - preference will be given to candidates in CO or willing to relocate.

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We're honored to receive Paka's first ISPO Award. Let us know if you'll be in Munich for the event! https://lnkd.in/dduDyrWu

Proud to release Paka's adventure series today alongside my good friend and Peruvian mountaineer, Jose Mostajo. This is the first in a series we're calling Apu Adventures. In Peru, Apu is the spirit of the mountains and the protector of the local people. My intention with our YouTube series is to showcase Peru’s raw beauty. Alongside Jose, we’ve been adventuring to the most remote and off-grid locations to explore, film, and bring the Apu spirit closer to you. Over the coming months, you’ll find more adventures, gear reviews, and your favorite Paka products pushed to their limit across South America. We hope our videos inspire you to go outside and get exploring. https://lnkd.in/ehcXW_MF

Last week, we hosted a team retreat down in Peru. As a fast-growing team, my intention was to align and connect to Paka's roots. We met with our key stakeholders, 200+ Quechua women weavers, and the powerful young women that represent Paka Scholars. We held an offering to the Pachamama with a Q’ero, released our pasts into a bonfire, defined our North Star priorities, and onboarded a couple of key new teammates. I’m so grateful for the team we have, and for challenging me to be a better leader. Our unified goal is clear - get more people wearing nature. We have an incredible opportunity to bring alpaca to the outdoor industry, and believe we can be the best in the world at it. Very excited to share the innovation and impact we have coming this fall. Paka Apparel

I’m excited to announce that I’m now the VP of Product for Paka Apparel. I couldn’t resist the pull. Kris (the CEO) and I share the same vision to create the new natural standard for outdoor. We’re obsessed with creating functional apparel and new innovative natural textiles. He doesn’t skimp on technical innovation, R&D or sustainability and has surrounded me with industry veterans to rocket launch my role. The growth mindset culture and the shared collective vision among the entire Paka team is magnetic. Gisella created and standardized traceable alpaca fiber as part of their supply chain. Mellanie and Victor slay customer communication with an outstanding commitment to community and clarity. I could shout out to everyone on the team. This energy = a force to be reconned with. I’m excited to bring my knowledge and skills to Paka during such an important time in their growth. So grateful for the opportunity to make a meaningful impact with such an incredible team. Gisella Garate, Mellanie Paredes, Kris Cody, @Victor Puchuri #gooutside