Who is behind The Free and Brave?

FOUNDER/CEO:  Dwayne Henning
I've been a blue-collar man my entire life and have spent the better part of 15 years behind a Semi wheel just like my dad before me.  I took a trip to Washington DC in 2012 and visited Arlington cemetery.  The wave of emotions that hit me are indescribable.  That day started my vision for this company.  I wanted to honor those who fought and sacrificed everything for this great nation.  It's taken me a long time to bring my vision to life, but I vowed that one day I would follow through and make it true.  The year 2025 brought hardship to my family and I that pushed us to finally take the leap.  I hurt my back during work and ended up laid up for almost a year.  The wheels started turning, my wife and I started strategizing and as the new year dropped, I was more determined than ever.  It's been a long road, and it has never been easy. I promise my dedication is unwavering and I can't wait to prove my loyalty to this brand.

CO-FOUNDER/VP:  Randi Henning
I've also worked in the blue-collar industry my entire life.  I'm no stranger at working to make a dollar.  I've worked in the customer service industry since I was 15.  I've worked in retail, done catering, been a waitress, a bartender, done factory work, e-commerce, and administration for healthcare.  As a stubborn woman, I rarely put myself first. My family is my everything.  Everything I do is for them.  The end of 2025 was a very difficult year for my family. It seemed like setback after setback. Come 2026, my Husband and I started working on his vision.  My Myspace days of web design reignited a spark, and I found joy in creating not only apparel but customizing the website.  My husband's vision has become my labor of love, and we hope to bring the passion and values we share as a family into this company.  I look forward to this new adventure!