Originally form Central Jersey, Christian Acker was raised on a healthy diet of Soccer, Skating and eventually Punk Rock and Graffiti. From an early age he knew he wanted a life in the visual arts. Christian currently is an art director for Zoo York and does his side work through Adnauseum and Handselecta. Christian also […]
Entries Tagged as 'Testimonials'
Interview with Designer Christian Acker
August 12th, 2008 No Comments
Tags: Christian Acker · Handselecta · Interview Testimonial · Zoo York
Interview with Street Artist Abe Lincoln Jr.
July 29th, 2008 No Comments
Abe Lincoln Jr. grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and came up in the hardcore punk scene in the early 80’s. Skateboarding & punk rock were the only things that mattered to him as a teenager and those two influences shaped who he is today for better and for worse. Abe Jr. spent […]
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Interview with Kathie Armstrong of the Quiksilver Foundation
July 24th, 2008 No Comments
Kathie graduated from Stanford University with a BA in Psychology and then went on to earn her J.D. degree from the University of Southern California Law School. She practiced law in private practice for several years before joining the Rockwell Corporation as an Assistant General Counsel. Following a professional hiatus […]
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Interview with Espree Devora of Zexsports.com
July 16th, 2008 No Comments
Espree Devora is a power networker, classically described as a “Connector”. She has a thirst for examining and absorbing information in technology, marketing, business and action sports. She is noted for conducting business with passion and vigor. This has lead to success in establishing a loyal team for her company ZexSports, strong ties with […]
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Interview with Ouigi Q. Theodore of The Brooklyn Circus
June 26th, 2008 No Comments
Ouigi Theodore is a boutique owner + brand designer who has one of the most underground stores in New York City, San Francisco, and Chicago that’s become an internationally sought-after shopping destination. Ouigi also launched a unique clothing line called BKc for the traveled, streetwise fashion individual. In addition, Ouigi was a mentor with Stoked […]
Tags: Interviews · Testimonials · The Brooklyn Circus
Interview with Tim Swart of UNIV and Robust Flavor
June 2nd, 2008 No Comments
Over the past few years, we’ve had the fortunate chance of meeting, working, and collaborating with many influential and talented individuals. Many of these people have helped us grow through donations, resources, and time. We want to highlight these people and understand how they’ve achieved their success and what drives these individuals to do what […]
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LA Mentee Leti Talks About Stoked
April 25th, 2008 No Comments
and what she wants in a Mentor. We have many great kids like her that need mentors. Are you up for the role?
Tags: be a mentor · Los Angeles · Stoked Mentoring
Mentee Testimonial - Hector
April 14th, 2008 No Comments
During a quick skate session in Los Angeles, Mentee Hector, talked to Stoked Steve for a minute. Hector who participated in Snow Mentor, talks about what he likes about Stoked and more importantly what he wants in a mentor.
Tags: Los Angeles · Skateboarding · Stoked
Mentee Spotlight - CJ
March 1st, 2008 No Comments
Name: Coretta
Nickname(s): CJ, Cjizzle, & Jay
Age: 17
School: High School for Dual Language and Asian Studies, New York
Currently listening to: I have always loved the old stuff for the most part. Bands like Nirvana, Radiohead, Tool, Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, Bauhaus, Joy Division, the list goes on.
Hobbies: Listening to music, Skating, Volleyball, Dancing, and hanging […]
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