Our Team
David R Kitts
David is a uniquely qualified individual to bring life to any creative project. His background is that of a modern day renaissance man, with mastery in such a wide array of skills that no project is impossible. An artist by nature he holds himself to incredibly high standards that result in projects that are both stunning and one of a kind. With several substantial contributions to the Burning Man festival his resume is as storied as he is, and we hope to convey that sense of originality in our showcased projects. David is both the artistic inspiration behind RND as well as the journeyman machinist/technician that keeps the mills machining and the lathes turning.
Rachel Braaksma
Rachel found her calling in metalwork and fabrication and has not looked back since. A WABO/AWS-certified welder by trade, she left the industrial manufacturing world to pursue a career in fabrication that would provide her both a creative outlet and enable her to construct the projects she is truly passionate about. She enjoys technically complex projects that require precision and attention to detail. Something she strongly believes in is that customer communication is key in delivering an end product that suits the clients preferences perfectly. Delivery schedules can be a delicate time with unique construction phasing that requires projects to be delivered in narrow time frames, and this is where she understands the value of open and transparent communication.
Metal Artist in training
When Lilly isn’t feeding the shop cat she can be found following in her mom’s footsteps;
under the welding hood.
“Orange” Flynn
Official mascot of RND Customs