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Chief Peace Officer
Rip Scott
What’s your work background or other projects you’ve worked on?
I learned sewing, public speaking, color theory, photography and screen printing as a student. What seemed like a random skillset at the time, turned out to be great training for a career in the apparel industry.😅 One of my favorite projects was working with the Alta Gracia factory in the D.R., which at the time was the industry's first living wage factory.
What’s something you’re proud of about PG?
Being a part of this team, and seeing all of the energy, talent and collaboration bring our shared vision to life.
What can we find you doing in your free time?
Going to Avett Brothers concerts, Riding my Onewheel, supporting local breweries and record stores and hanging with Team Estrogen(my wife and daughters).
What brings you peace? ✌️ Witnessing small displays of human kindness in the wild.
Go-To Karaoke song? 'Purple Rain'...always end with Prince.💜
Peaceful Design Director
Chelsea Mele
What’s your work background or other projects you’ve worked on?
I studied Fashion Design and got my B.F.A. in knitwear (yes, that's a real thing. LOL!) from Fashion Institute of Technology in NYC. I started in the industry right after college when an internship turned into a full time job. I worked at Weatherproof Vintage for a number of years doing men's apparel design then moved over to MV Sport. I am so grateful for my experience because I have learned so much about all aspects of the apparel design and production field in this position.
What’s something you’re proud of about PG?
I absolutely love our team. We mesh and work together so well. I'm proud to be a part of a new collection from the seed of an idea through the entire execution and launch of the product. I really believe in the importance of bringing sustainable apparel to the masses and I think this is a great start.
What can we find you doing in your free time?
We love games in our family so in my free time you can find me playing any type of new board or card game with my 2 kids. I also love to travel and try to do so whenever I get the chance.
What brings you peace? ✌️
With a super busy schedule, spending low-key time with my family definitely brings me peace. Curling up and reading a book is at the top of my self-care list.
Go-To Karaoke song?
I don't do Karaoke but if I'm going with friends I love to hear Don't Stop Believin' by Journey.
Director of Peaceful Product Development
Tara Hay
What’s your work background or other projects you’ve worked on?
I graduated from Syracuse University with a major in fashion design and minor in retail management.While in college, I participated in the study abroad program at the London College of Fashion. Fresh out of college, I headed straight into the accessories industry designing for Steve Madden LTD. There, I learned and experienced so much growth, allowing me to switch into the apparel industry.
What’s something you’re proud of about PG?
I'm proud of our idea of being the best we can be while always striving to improve. Do good, do better. Our team is so fun and we all are dedicated to the cause!
What can we find you doing in your free time?
Being a mom of a 4 year old... and on the odd chance I get some alone time, I like to embroider/paint denim jackets, walking on different park trails, gardening, reading fiction novels (mostly crime/mystery/drama), playing games and drinking with friends, etc.
What brings you peace? ✌️
Therapy and being mindful (I like to get the chills from hearing about and doing nice things - pay it forward). All positive vibes! Oh AND walking the trails solo on a nice day to take in all the oxygen from the trees.
Go-To Karaoke song?
I'm too embarrassed to be an avid karaoke goer but my favorite song in the entire world since I was a little girl is TO BE WITH YOU by Mr. Big
If you could only eat one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Matzo Ball Soup
Do you collect anything?
Thimbles from wherever I travel (if they have anymore these days)
What is one top thing on your bucket list?
To see the aroura borealis in person.
Marketing Peace
Garth Joseph
What’s your work background or other projects you’ve worked on?
I worked for FedEx as a driver, worked at Reebok as a sales associate, and Marketing Associate for MV Sport.
What’s something you’re proud of about PG?
I love that it adheres to child labor laws, kids shouldn't have to be forced to work.
What can we find you doing in your free time?
I am an avid gamer, Photography lover, and dancing fool.
What brings you peace? ✌️
Hanging out with friends and talking about ridiculous things that would never happen in real life. Huge fan of would you rather type questions.
Go-To Karaoke song?
Bohemian Rhapsody- Queen
Favorite Superhero?
Spider-Man
Director of Peaceful Inventory Management
Evan Gettenberg
What’s your work background or other projects you’ve worked on?
Inventory management, sales, sales management, collections, payables, marketing, purchasing, payroll, quality control, and everything else you can think of.
What’s something you’re proud of about PG?
I'm most proud of this team, and proud to be a part of it.
What can we find you doing in your free time?
Softball, basketball, movies, dining
What brings you peace? ✌️
Sleep.
Go-To Karaoke song?
There is not enough alcohol on the planet for me to sing in public.
Favorite Superhero?
Wolverine