People
We’re a team of down to Earth, kind-hearted and hard-working humans with a shared intention to make the world a better place for all.
We’re not interested in business as usual. We actively embrace and embody our Company Philosophy in hopes of cultivating an environment in which our staff feel seen, valued and well compensated.
We practice financial transparency, offer benefits to all staff and we have a year-end bonus plan that awards 20% of profits to our entire team.
Ambient thrives because of the collective efforts of everyone here, our collaborative/inclusive environment and the connection we feel as a team with a shared purpose.
Community
We’ve laid roots in Eau Claire, Wisconsin and are proud to call this place home. We’re grateful to continue to play a role in the growth of our beautiful city.
Our team is actively engaged in the community and we sponsor, donate to and volunteer for causes we believe in that push humanity and the environment towards a more equitable and healing world.
If you have ideas or opportunities for us to contribute, please reach out.
World
We envision a merch industry that’s restorative and is mindful to the needs of people and the planet.
We’re doing our part to create the new normal, by sourcing from sustainable/conscious brands and lessening our environmental impact of our production processes.
Examples of our commitment to change include our partnerships with industry leaders like Plus1, through which we donate our entire share of webstore proceeds, one day each month, to causes and organizations which align with our values.
Ambient Inks 10 Year Zine
2009 Menomonie, Wisconsin. The Garage. Where it all started.
Our Team
Aaron Brice
Founder
Joined: 2009
Always on the lookout for: Snacks
Favorite album: OutKast - Aquemini
Pronouns: he/him
Carter Moat
Webstore Fulfillment Support
Joined: 2022
Always on the lookout for: Someone to play chess with
Favorite album: Khruangbin - The Universe Smiles Upon You
Pronouns: he/him
Cassie Okamoto
Operations Director
Joined: 2021
Always on the lookout for: A hot yoga class
Favorite album: This is an impossible question
Pronouns: she/her
Chris Moon
Artist Relations Manager
Joined: 2019
Always on the lookout for: Reasons to connect with old friends, and opportunities to make new friends as well.
Favorite album: Nilufer Yanya - PAINLESS
Pronouns: he/him
Clayton Brice
Account Manager
Joined: 2014
Always on the lookout for: New Comedy Podcasts
Favorite album: Yeah Yeah Yeahs - Mosquito
Pronouns: he/him
Collin Garcia
Prepress Designer / Ink Manager
Joined: 2017
Always on the lookout for: Documentaries
Favorite album: Nomeansno - Wrong
Pronouns: he/him
Colt Griffith
Graphic Designer
Joined: 2021
Always on the lookout for: My wallet and keys
Favorite album: Counterparts - Tragedy Will Find Us
Pronouns: he/him
Eric Christenson
Fulfillment Lead
Joined: 2021
Always on the lookout for: Migos studio acappellas
Favorite album: J Dilla - Donuts
Pronouns: he/him
Evan Walton
Production and Webstore Support
Joined: 2022
Always on the lookout for: Coffee
Favorite album: Keith Jarrett - Fort Yawuh
Pronouns: he/him
Felicia Deering
Account Manager
Joined: 2022
Always on the lookout for: A dog to pet, and my water bottle because I'm always losing it
Favorite album: Taylor Swift - Folklore
Pronouns: she/her
Henry West
Production and Webstore Support
Joined: 2024
Always on the lookout for: Dirt bike trails
Favorite album: Kanye West - Ye
Pronouns: he/him
Joe Boettcher
Operations Manager
Joined: 2017
Always on the lookout for: A quality cup of coffee
Favorite album: Death from Above 1979 - Outrage!
Pronouns: he/him
John York
Finance Manager
Joined: 2022
Always on the lookout for: The next great cycling adventure
Favorite album: David Gray - White Ladder
Pronouns: he/him
Jordan Munson
Merch Logistics Manager
Joined: 2019
Always on the lookout for: An adrenaline rush
Favorite album: ABBA - Super Trouper
Pronouns: she/her
Justin Hertz
HR & Culture Coordinator
Joined: 2017
Always on the lookout for: Thrift store or garage sale finds.
Favorite Album: Sam Cooke - Portrait of a Legend: 1951–1964
Pronouns: he/him
Kayla M Nyre
Ink Mixing Lead
Joined: 2017
Always on the lookout for: New anime and manga sales
Favorite album: SIAMÉS - "HOME"
Pronouns: she/her
Kendra Kuehl
Account Manager
Joined: 2021
Always on the lookout for: I'm drawn to literature that gives me something just out of reach.
Favorite album: Cat Stevens - Teaser and the Firecat
Pronouns: she/her
Kevin Szymanski
Art Production Coordinator
Joined: 2021
Always on the lookout for: The perfect nicknames for my cats
Favorite album: Sparklehorse - It's a Wonderful Life
Pronouns: he/him
Kim McMasters
E-Commerce Manager
Joined: 2020
Always on the lookout for: Good hugs!
Favorite album: St. Vincent - Actor
Pronouns: she/her
Mikala Meidl
CEO
Joined: 2015
Always on the lookout for: A cute new Airbnb to travel to
Favorite album: Shania Twain - Come On Over
Pronouns: she/her
Mo Brandl
Inventory Lead
Joined: 2021
Pronouns: she/her
Nate Perkins
Screen Room Manager
Joined: 2016
Pronouns: he/him
Phillip Strozinsky
Creative Manager
Joined: 2020
Always on the lookout for: New boots, hats & beers
Favorite album: Joy Division - Unknown Pleasures
Pronouns: he/him
Rachel Larsen
Lead Printer
Joined: 2021
Always on the lookout for: Hiking spots
Favorite album: Shania Twain- Up
Pronouns: she/her
Robyn Lewis
Account Manager
Joined: 2020
Always on the lookout for: 4 leaf clovers
Favorite album: I could never pick just one
Pronouns: she/they
Soren Staff
Customer Service Specialist
Joined: 2024
Always on the lookout for: Recommendations for a good book.
Favorite Album: Bruce Springsteen - Nebraska / Born in the USA
Pronouns: He/Him
Steve Shaw
Account Director
Joined: 2021
Always on the lookout for: A new DIY project
Favorite album: Electric Six - Switzerland
Pronouns: he/him
Sunshinnia Meyer
Product and Purchasing Lead
Joined: 2020
Always on the lookout for: The best fried pickles
Favorite album: Amy Winehouse - Back to Black
Pronouns: she/her
Tim Brunner
Founder / Production Director
Joined: 2009
Always on the lookout for: The best chicken wing
Favorite album: The Beatles - Abbey Road
Pronouns: he/him