Miniature Concrete Bear
For years, I used concrete materials made by other companies - and I struggled. They didn’t perform the way I wanted. They had limitations, flaws, and compromises that slowed me down. A few years ago, I partnered with my longtime friend Jon Schuler, a brilliant concrete chemist, and together we launched Kodiak Pro to create the world’s finest materials: crystalline silica-free high-performance concrete and non-toxic, food-safe reactive sealers.
The Kodiak bear, drawn by our friend and illustrator Jon Arvizu, became our emblem. And ever since, I’ve kept an eye out for bear artifacts. Years ago, I found a vintage cast iron bear piggy bank in an antique store. I made a mold from it, and now, whenever I have leftover mix, I cast miniature concrete bears.
These bears aren’t just fun keepsakes - they’re symbolic. They remind us of strength, endurance, and craft that lasts. And when we send them out to our customers, they mean far more than a koozie, a pin, or a keychain ever could.
If you value high quality, and your clients do too, it’s time to rethink corporate gifts, promotional items, and awards. A custom-crafted piece in concrete is something people will keep, display, and treasure - just like these bears.
Start the Story of Your Space.
Big things begin small. A note, a sketch, a thought - that’s all it takes to set something timeless in motion. Tell us what’s on your mind, and we’ll help it take shape in concrete.