#34 - Scott Richards: Surf Dreamer + Artist + Surf Industry Vet & The Creative Mind Behind The Iconic Brand; Slightly Choppy

Scott Richards grew up 2,500 miles from the Pacific but fell in love with surfing early. As a kid, he scoured surf magazines from front to back to front again; dreaming of surf… long before he made his big move to Southern California. There he found his wife, art school, surf culture (in full force) and spent the next two decades living his dream; working in some of the most coveted roles for some of the biggest and most influential surf brands in history. Scott shares his story of following his passions, taking big risks, making bold moves and all the incredible mentors, professional experiences and world views that culminated in his dreams truly becoming reality. Today, all of these influences and experiences have converged in Scott’s awesome and distinctive brand… “Slightly Choppy.”