Family is what Holtz Leather Company is all about. Like many of you, we have been through storms in our journey that shook us to our core. By God’s grace, faith and family brought us through the darkest nights. From the heartbreak of losing everything Holtz Leather was born.

We knew when we started this journey that we wanted to do things differently; we wanted the driving force of the company to have a purpose bigger than just profit. Through much deliberation and prayer, we established four core values to be the guiding principles of this company.  

We are a family of families. Family is central to everything we do in our business and in our homes. We’re passionate about adoption and have been blessed to welcome five children from Costa Rica into our family. Read more about that here.

That same love for family fuels our work. We take pride in building something real that our kids can carry forward. American craftsmanship means building with purpose, creating products meant to be used, passed down, and remembered.

We think about the next generation. We see our work as part of a bigger story that outlives us. Every product is a chance to leave something meaningful behind. We want to pass on the tradition of American grit and innovation, so just like our forefathers, we push ourselves to improve, create, and stand on our own two feet. That drive is behind every stitch and every new idea we bring to life. 

We lead with integrity. We treat others the way we want to be treated — with honesty, respect, and follow-through. Whether it's in how we run our shop or how we serve our customers, we aim to do right by people. Our work reflects that standard. When you pick up one of our products, you’re holding something built with care and pride. We don't cut corners.

We value hard work and high standards. In a culture of immediate satisfaction, we believe in hard work refined by an unwavering commitment to quality. We’re not satisfied with yesterday’s best, and hard work is the catalyst that leads to growth. That mindset is at the heart of American craftsmanship. It’s about getting your hands dirty, solving problems, and doing the job right. 

We hope these values resonate with you and that you know how integral you are to this story! We've received so much positive feedback through the years, and we honestly believe those values are what keep us moving and maintaining the experience you've come to expect.