Meet team krost

The KROST team includes people from a variety of backgrounds all coming together to accomplish a simillar goal; to produce meaningful products that encourage & promote social responsibility & change.

Samuel Krost

Founder & Creative Director

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Keeler Near

Head Designer

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Alexander Lee

Head of Finance & Operations

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Batel Braun

Head of Marketing

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Jordan Himmel

Production Manager

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Daze Lizardo

Community Manager

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How did you first get involved with KROST?

It wasn't until the summer after graduating that I realized what I wanted to do as a career. Hobbies and side hustles, including building my own brand, is what I spent my free time on outside of my everyday 9-5. I didn't mind the late nights, the slow results or the stress becasue I knew I was setting myself up for something that will come, eventually. One day, a friend of mine had reposted the brand to his IG story which led to me surfing Krost's page and instantly sparking my interest. I first became involved with the brand through the Weekly Community Sessions that were being hosted by the team during the peak of COVID-19. After around 7-8 Community sessions, I felt confident enough in the relationship I had built with Sam and reached out to him directly with my portfolio. After a few meetings and my proven dedication to the mission, I was brought onboard.

What makes you believe in the mission of the brand?

Previously, from an outside perspective, I was really drawn in by how much the team really cares about these causes and makes an effort to use their platform to spark change. But it wasn't until I was a part of the team that made me realize, these individuals are doing whatever it takes to make sure change is made. You are who you surround yourself with and being around such warmhearted individuals makes me believe in the brand.

What helps take your mind off of things?

Laughing with people I love really allows me to forget about everything happening around me and focus on the present. It helps me realize that in that exact moment, I'm happy.

Narendra Wickremetunge

Content Manager

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How did you first get involved with KROST?

I first got involved with KROST when I was connected with Sam through a mutual acquaintance. I didn’t know much about the brand, however, I remember seeing their recent collection on Instagram and thought they had an amazing slogan. The more I learned about KROST and what it sanded for, the more I wanted to be a part of it. I love helping the community and spreading positivity, and KROST allows me to do that through my love for apparel and through the content we produce.

What makes you believe in the mission of the brand?

After relocating from Sri Lanka to the greater Los Angeles Area, my family always provided assistance to the community we grew up in back in our homeland. Lending a helping hand and consistently giving back is second nature to me and it aligns with KROST’s mission. I never had materialistic items growing up, but I always had an abundance of support from my friends and family, which is why KROST’s impact can create real and meaningful change in society through an avenue I am passionate about, clothing. A little bit of assistance can go a long way and I’m here to help the next or current generation(s) in any way possible.

What helps take your mind off of things?

What helps me take my mind off things is drawing while listening to music. I’m a creative first and foremost, so my brain is always working 100 miles an hour. Doodling and putting an actual pencil to paper allows me to exercise my brain differently. Our lives are extremely dependent on electronics so when I’m capable of stepping away from the the deep abyss of my computer, I let my ideas flow without restrictions. Nine times out of ten it doesn’t lead to something useful, but it allows me to create something straight from emotions and/or current state of mind which I find is important to my well being.