HEST

HEST

Manufacturing

Home comfort wherever you roam.

About us

At HEST, we’ve dreamed up a better night’s sleep outdoors. We saw the need to create something that addresses a basic necessity- making sleeping outside as comfortable as your home bed- so you can sleep well to play more. No longer do you need to come home weary from camping or travels, however long or short, feeling like you need a vacation from your vacation. Home comfort wherever you roam

Industry
Manufacturing
Company size
2-10 employees
Headquarters
Seattle
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2018
Specialties
Camping Gear

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  • View organization page for HEST, graphic

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    🚨 Product Launch Alert 🚨 We're thrilled to share our newest HEST product designed to elevate outdoor sleep! 🌲 This time, we're launching a comforter with 100% recycled synthetic insulation—perfect for those who loved our down comforter but were looking for an alternative option. The best part? It offers all the thoughtful features you've come to expect from HEST, but at different price points. 🏕️ ✨ Key features: + Quiet, premium textured fabric + Adjustable footbox for a cozy fit + Top sheet compatible + Easy stowage with a large diameter stuff sack + Subway tile quilting with 100% recycled polyester fill (no hotmelt!) We're so proud of our team for making this happen and can't wait for you to experience it. 💪 Catch all the details here https://lnkd.in/gWa7r4PE

    View profile for Aaron Ambuske, graphic

    Founder | CEO at HEST

    💥 Another HEST new product alert 💥 🏕 We can't control ourselves when our customers ask for new products to help them sleep better outdoors. Our down comforter really solved a pain point for our customers who didn't like sleeping bags (and unfortunately, we were sold out much of the summer...), so we developed another comforter with synthetic insulation. This is allowing us to offer our comforter technologies with a different fill and at different price points. Lots of details in these comforters- quiet and textured premium fabric, cinch & tuck adjustable footbox, top sheet compatible, larger diameter stuff sack for easy stowage, and subway tile quilting to allow us to use 100% recycled polyester fill WITHOUT hotmelt. Really excited to finally share and so proud of the HEST team for all the hard work behind the launch and delivery of this new product! https://lnkd.in/gAT6shN2

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    View profile for Aaron Ambuske, graphic

    Founder | CEO at HEST

    🏔 The best partnerships are definitely forged outdoors. 🏔 I would argue this partnership started in the backcountry of Jackson when Stephen Sullivan I met in the 90s... Sulli was working at Skinny Skis and would go on to found Cloudveil with Brian Cousins. They quietly disrupted the outerwear market with thoughtful designs and innovative fabric usage. Sulli is now changing the apparel world again by building Stio® into the incredible brand and business it is today. I consider myself fortunate to call Sulli a friend and mentor and really appreciate his willingness to present our tiny mighty brand, HEST, to the Stio team. Really thankful for all the hard work by Evan Torrance, Liz Barrett and MJ Carroll to bring this partnership to life. Awesome work! https://lnkd.in/gXewhRRv #dreamerswanted #startup #entrepreneur #partnerships #collaborations

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    View profile for Aaron Ambuske, graphic

    Founder | CEO at HEST

    The product development process can be very dynamic and non-linear. From my experience, the best plan is to be open to new ideas, build prototypes and be a good listener when people interact with the prototypes. The Foamy Seat Cushion is a great example of this. We wanted to build a POP for HEST and had the idea of creating a "seat" on the POP to showcase the foam. We had the prototypes around the office and everyone started using them on their desk chairs. After a few iterations on the cover and multiple foam combination tests, we finalized the design for the Foamy Seat Cushion. We did not know how our customer would respond to the new seat cushion, so we only built a limited quantity in our first factory order. Yes- the HEST Team and friends liked using the free seat cushions but there is always a different threshold with customers paying money for a product. We rushed a batch of them to launch on hest.com to learn as fast as possible and sold out in 36 hours. Our second shipment sold out in 6 hours... We now have our third shipment of Foamy Seat Cushions, and I'm pleased to finally share this review from Outside, since we have inventory at hest.com. But based on previous experiences, it might not last long. Oh yeah, we also have the new Pro Travel Pillow back in stock now! #productdesign #iteration #entrepreneur #startup #dreamerswanted https://lnkd.in/gYbXhp5k

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  • View organization page for HEST, graphic

    1,072 followers

    🚨 NEW Product Announcement 🚨 This one is for all the travelers and road trippers out there - meet our all new Pro Travel Pillow! Learn more here https://lnkd.in/gbbrtX2A HEST #campinghacks #outdoorindustry

    View profile for Aaron Ambuske, graphic

    Founder | CEO at HEST

    We've been really looking forward to launching our new HEST Pro Travel Pillow! 🚀 I'm personally excited, since It solves some long-term pain points of mine. For one, it offers neck support for "vertical sleep" and stows into itself with our patented design, so your pillow stays clean and compact during travel. This makes it easy to throw in the car for a road trip or clip to your backpack in the airport without worrying about the pillow getting dirty during transport. Second, the pillow turns into an actual pillow at your destination. For a true "travel" pillow, we believe the pillow should work during your trip AND at your destination. This is especially nice for international travel when the pillows might not be as comfy- or clean. Super excited to share the new HEST Pro Travel Pillow! https://lnkd.in/gPKJvwuW And thanks to Adam Ambuske for creating this sweet video!

  • View organization page for HEST, graphic

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    🎥 Caught on Camera: Genuine Reactions to Our New Cooling Bedding! ❄️ We launched something "cool" this week 😉 . At HEST, we’re always pushing the boundaries of comfort, and our latest cooling bedding is no exception. We decided to capture the first impressions of our customers experiencing the ultimate in sleep coolness for the very first time. Introducing our revolutionary Jade Cooling fabric. Through thermal effusivity, integrated jade particles in the fabric absorb heat from the environment. Jade’s high thermal conductivity quickly extracts heat upon contact, providing immediate cooling and comfort, especially in warm environments. Watch the video to see their unfiltered reactions and hear what they had to say about the innovative and unmatched comfort. 🌟 Real people, real reactions, real comfort. Learn more about Cooling Bedding here https://lnkd.in/gewJcreg #HEST #outdoorindustry #HomeComfortWhereverYouRoam #InnovationInComfort

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    View profile for Aaron Ambuske, graphic

    Founder | CEO at HEST

    I'm thrilled about the launch of HEST Cooling Bedding Collection at so many levels! 🏕 Of course, I love that the cooling bedding is built on a new technology for HEST based on science. The jade-infused fabric creates cooling through thermal effusivity. With Jade's high thermal conductivity, the fabric dissipates heat more quickly. Super cool! This product launch also offers the opportunity to work with talented creatives to make the visuals to launch the new category. I love seeing the products come to life in the stills and motion created by the amazing team. It will be so much fun to share! Flagship Independent Emily Sierra Dan Mohr Dan Norkunas And I've been using the cooling pillowcase on my HEST Pillow at home during our recent heat wave in Seattle, and it is amazing. 31% of our customers use their HEST pillows at home, and it is exciting to offer more reasons for customers to use their HEST Pillows at home or wherever they travel. And finally, I'm excited that we've found another way to help our customers be more comfortable outdoors. This summer has been hot, and I love the idea of helping people spend more time outdoors and sleeping better this summer. Our Cooling Bedding is now live at hest.com!

  • View organization page for HEST, graphic

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    🚨 Job Alert🚨 Ready to join a fast-growing startup and make a meaningful impact? HEST is looking for a CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSOCIATE to be the primary point of contact for our customers, ensuring their satisfaction with exceptional service and support. Collaborate with our dynamic sales and operations teams to help maintain strong customer relationships and drive our success! View job opening here https://lnkd.in/gmchnJ-p

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  • View organization page for HEST, graphic

    1,072 followers

    🌟 Announcing the Launch of the HEST X BHA Limited Series Camp Pillow! 🌟 We are excited to unveil our latest collaboration with Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA), our 1% for the Planet nonprofit partner. Introducing the HEST X BHA Limited Series Medium Camp Pillow – a product that symbolizes our commitment to outdoor enthusiasts and conservation. 🔸 Product Highlights: Exclusive Design: Featuring a unique Hunter Blaze Orange + BHA Camo pattern. Limited Availability: Only a limited run has been produced, making this a true collector's item. This collaboration reflects our shared values of preserving the wild and supporting the outdoor community. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of this special edition series. Secure your HEST X BHA Camp Pillow today and be a part of this exclusive collaboration! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gEmV_cvY #LimitedEdition #CampPillow #OutdoorGear #BackcountryHuntersAndAnglers #1PercentForThePlanet

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Funding

HEST 3 total rounds

Last Round

Seed

US$ 2.0M

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