Khalid Ahmady is the Co-Founder of Deerhandmade, bringing a rare blend of technical expertise and entrepreneurial vision to the world of handcrafted leather goods. With over 14 years of experience in the technology sector, spanning both national and international organizations, Khalid built a career defined by precision, structure, and a relentless drive for quality before turning his attention to a very different craft: leather.

After migrating to the United States in 2020, Khalid identified an opportunity that few in the industry had fully realized the chance to bring truly fine, handcrafted leather goods, made entirely in the USA, to customers around the world. Drawing on his background in building and scaling organizations, he set out to create more than just a product line; he envisioned a brand where luxury, craftsmanship, and accessibility could coexist. That vision became Deerhandmade.

Since co-founding the company, Khalid has played a central role in shaping its foundation, overseeing the operational structure and strategic direction that allow Deerhandmade to deliver consistent, uncompromising quality at scale. His technology background informs how the company operates behind the scenes, efficient, organized, and built to grow while his commitment to craftsmanship ensures every product leaving the workshop meets the standard customers deserve.

Khalid's leadership reflects a simple belief: that world-class products shouldn't be limited by borders, and that the discipline learned in one industry can elevate an entirely different one. Under his guidance, Deerhandmade continues to expand its reach, bringing handmade-in-the-USA leather goods to customers across the globe, one meticulously crafted piece at a time.

Hammedullah Nasrat is the Co-Founder of Deerhandmade and serves as Head of the Design Department, where he oversees both the physical craftsmanship and the visual identity of every product to leave the workshop. Like his fellow co-founder, Hammedullah built his early career in the technology sector, working across national and international organizations where he developed a sharp eye for structure, detail, and user-centered design skills that now shape the way Deerhandmade's products look, feel, and function.

At Deerhandmade, Hammedullah leads the creative vision behind the brand, guiding everything from the form and finish of each leather good to the way it's presented, packaged, and experienced by the customer. His approach bridges two disciplines rarely found together: the analytical precision of a technology background and the artistry of hands-on design. The result is a product line that feels as intentional as it does beautiful.

Beyond individual products, Hammedullah is responsible for the cohesive design language that ties the entire Deerhandmade collection together ensuring that whether a customer is holding a wallet, a watch band, or a gift box, the same standard of craftsmanship and attention to detail runs through every piece. He believes great design isn't just about how something looks, but how it makes the person holding it feel.

Since co-founding Deerhandmade, Hammedullah has been instrumental in shaping the brand's identity from the ground up proving that a career built in technology can translate into an equally rigorous, equally passionate pursuit of craftsmanship.

Assistant Production & Operations Manager (Asia)

Sheraz Khan brings a unique blend of discipline, leadership, and hands-on coordination to his role at Deerhandmade, drawing on his background as a cricket coach in Pakistan. The same qualities that make a great coach — patience, attention to detail, and the ability to bring a team together toward a shared goal, carry directly into the way Sheraz khan manages production and operations across Asia.

Since joining Deerhandmade in 2020, Sheraz khan has supported the brand's leather production and day-to-day operational coordination, working closely with the production team on quality control and workflow efficiency. His coaching background gives him a natural instinct for team management, helping him keep operations running smoothly while ensuring every piece meets Deerhandmade's standard of craftsmanship.

Whether on the field guiding a team or on the production floor overseeing quality, Sheraz khan Khan's approach remains the same: consistency, discipline, and a genuine commitment to helping the people and processes around him perform at their best.

Head of Leather Production & Asia Operations

Ahmad Walid Hassan leads leather product development and operations across Asia for Deerhandmade, overseeing every stage of production with a focus on quality, consistency, and efficiency. From guiding the development of new leather goods to managing day-to-day production processes and coordinating closely with regional partners, Walid ensures that the craftsmanship behind every Deerhandmade product meets the standard customers expectations order after order.

Beyond his work at Deerhandmade, Walid remains deeply committed to community development in Afghanistan, where he continues to contribute to education and capacity-building initiatives. His dedication to empowering others through knowledge and skill development reflects the same values he brings to his leadership at Deerhandmade, building strong foundations, developing people, and creating lasting impact.

Walid's ability to balance large-scale operational leadership with genuine community-driven work speaks to his broader philosophy: that meaningful growth, whether in business or in people, comes from consistency, care, and a long-term commitment to doing things right.