9 years ago today, I would wake up, go race a Freedom 5K in downtown Beaverton, Oregon and then head home and launch some website that went by ArtiKen.com I had no idea what the future would entail but wasn't too worried about it. I just knew I wanted to help get these awesome bracelets made in Kenya in the hands of whomever wanted one....
That's why - here at ArtiKen, we wanted to make sure we worked with someone that not only we trusted, but someone your mother trusted.
So when we found Your Mother's Favorite Runner - it was a no-brainer.
Over 5 years ago, I asked Paul Chelimo if he could bring me back a beaded bracelet from Kenya on his next visit. He brought me back 2. One with my first name [CHRIS] and the Kenya flag on the other side.One with my last name [HOUGH] and the Kenya flag on the other side. A year later, I would go on to start this company...
Founder and CEO, Chris Hough talks with Doug Binder from Dyestat about the recent and major law changes that have taken place within the NCAA that have given student-athletes the opportunity to monetize off of their NIL [name, image, and likeness].
OUR LARGEST WATER PROJECT TO DATE IS FINISHED! AHHHH.
The excitement is hard to control. It feels like just yesterday we did our first bathroom remodel and here we are - because of you - literally digging 60 foot wells and bringing clean water to a community of 100+ families.
Thank you so much to everyone who supports our brand allowing us to do more; for more. Not only is this the largest project to date, it was easily the most fun! The stories from the locals would bring tears to your eyes. We're so thankful to expand our mission all over and look forward to the next!
No Shave November is here and Craig Engels and us want to see who can bring the best mustache by the end of the month. On November 29th, all ‘staches must be uploaded to Instagram by tagging @craigathor, @artiken with the hashtag #HOPONchallenge Craig will identify 3 separate winners. Most Robust Most Creative Best Attempt Additionally, each bracelet will come with Craig’s autograph. Best of luck....
If you follow us on the Gram, you'll have noticed our last 15 photos included a bright colored backdrop - starting with blue.Alright, let's walk you back to when we signed the lease for this building earlier this year. We knew instantly that the side of the building was desperate for a mural but we weren't quite sure.St. Petersburg, FL is home to 100s of...
ArtiKen and Patient Shark are proud to announce the 3rd Annual Humble in the Jungle Virtual 5k. This year’s race raises awareness on the search-and-rescue efforts for the missing basketball players as well as continuing a tradition honoring native island runners and sacred land on Track Jungle.Track Jungle is one of nine islands in the Patient Shark Isles located off the coast of Oregon in...
I love the stretchy bands, just make sure you order a smaller size if you want a tighter fit.
The bracelet is really great, no problem and exactly how i imagined it
Very happy! Had a mess up on my end and not paying attention. Customer service made it right without hesitation! I appreciate you and your business! Blessings.
