Jasper Eales, one of the original founders of Sealand, is the imaginative mind behind the brand. He drives the brand’s focus to achieve refined, practical solutions, which are designed to last. While he focuses on new product development, marketing strategies and the branding process, he sneaks a peek into all areas of the business to say hello to his Sealand family and chat about weekend plans. 

He envisions Sealand becoming one of the top environmentally responsible brands in South Africa, as well as around the world. As a third generation Llandudno citizen, Jasper’s love for the ocean; his adventurous spirit, and enthusiasm for conscious lifestyle design continues to drive him to explore new paths for Sealand. When he’s not in a meeting sipping on an oat milk flat white at Deus, the café alongside Sealand Campus, you’ll find this intrepid explorer surfing, skating or venturing around South Africa with his wife and daughter. 

Everyone at Sealand has their own unique style, and Ntombi is known for being glamorous. Whether it is Monday or Friday, sunny or snowing, she comes to work looking like she is about to step onto the red carpet at the Oscar's. She is a highly skilled machinist and someone who can always be relied on to go above and beyond for the team. Ntombi dreams of being a teacher and we couldn’t back her more – everyone she meets, she touches their heart. 

Kiza has the kindest heart, is a lover of music, and is an excellent machinist from the DRC. He learnt to sew in his hometown, where he would observe his mother sewing and practice alongside her. Since he joined the Sealand Crew, he has graced us with his excellent skills. Kiza feels like he has a family here at Sealand and we agree with him!

Emmanuel Mulumba has been with us for a long time and it is hard to imagine Sealand without him. He is all the way from the Congo, and makes Roamers, Spex Camera Bags, and people laugh. He works as hard as anyone, and his smile lights up the studio every day where he enjoys working as a family with his Sealand sisters and brothers.

Unofficially, Luke heads up new business development and sales, spreading the word about our story with everyone he meets. Officially, he is HoS (Head of Stoke) at Sealand – and he’s stoked to hold that title! In a long line of on-going experiments, we've tried hard to bring his mood down, and can say with absolute certainty that it is impossible. Luke wears a huge smile, a bigger heart, and is a Sealander through-and-through.

He dreams of taking Sealand beyond the shores of South Africa and into the global market. Watch out world, Sealand HoS is making waves. 

If you've got yourself a Jolla, Bettie, or Shel, then the chances are good Shumi made it for you (with more love than most can give). She came all the way from Zimbabwe to spread her warmth over Cape Town. She loves life, making travel bags, and working at Sealand. With a dream of starting her own bag manufacturing company she is someone to keep an eye out for in the future! For now, though, we will count our lucky stars that she is a part of the Sealand family.

Constance, also known as Nondatu, is one of Sealand's many success stories. She came to us with limited knowledge of sewing and bag manufacturing. Despite this, we could tell there was something special about her and welcomed her into the family. Today, she is a master machinist and chatter (there’s never a dull moment when she’s around), and an integral part of the Sealand family. Like so many in our Sealand Crew, Constance embodies an entrepreneurial spirit and she hopes to open her own business in the future.

Oliver is another one of the original Sealand family members. He is married to Joelle and is head of our Sales Team. Oliver studied to be a veterinarian but found his heart was in sales and interacting with people, rather than our fluffy companions. He hopes to continue to develop his skills in business and marketing. 

Oliver makes sure that all customers at the Sealand Experience Store and Waterfront Kiosk are well taken care of. If you've met him, you'll know what a great guy he is. If you haven't, then it is worth making the trip to the store to say hi.

Say howzit to Pascaline, a lover of fashion and an excellent addition to our Studio Crew and Sealand family. Pascaline is serious when it comes to work and being a machinist but don’t be fooled – she also has a fun side to her, making our days at the Sealand Campus extra special. Spending time with family and listening to music are her weekend pleasures.

Meet Julia, a graphic design student who encapsulates everything Sealand stands for. Julia’s passion for the environment and love for the outdoors and exploring new places plays a big role in her creative mind, steering her creative style. She uses her creativity to bring a vibrant culture to our Stellies store.

We love people who love their job and after sitting down with Andiswa it's pretty clear that this is the way she feels. From the Eastern Cape of South Africa, she is a machine on the machine and works harder than almost anyone we know. When she does lift her head from her work it is always to get in on some of the fun around the studio. Her hard work, gentle nature, and warm smile make her an integral part of the Sealand family.

Leïla is our Production Manager at Sealand. Known as the one with the curls, with an affinity for corn chips and hummus, being in the mountains, always looking for an adventure or challenge, known to be obsessively tidy. If you are looking for a dad joke, find Leïla, she always has a good dad joke up her sleeve.