About Us

"There are no strangers here; only friends you haven't met yet."

When you step into Sea N' Soul Surf, you'll understand exactly what that means.

Sea N' Soul Surf was founded by me, a proud Malibu local, father of two boys, and lifelong surfer, sailor, ocean conservationist, and outdoor enthusiast. Inspired by my love for the ocean and our community, I created Sea N' Soul Surf as more than just a retail store—it's a place where people can connect, gather, and share a passion for coastal living.

Our vision was to create a welcoming space for both Malibu residents and visitors alike, offering thoughtfully curated sustainable luxury products while fostering a vibrant community of creative, active, and like-minded individuals.

To me, sustainable luxury means honoring and protecting our planet without ever compromising on quality. That philosophy guides everything we do at Sea N' Soul Surf—from the products we carry and the partnerships we choose to the way we welcome every person who walks through our doors.

Whether you're a longtime local or just passing through, we invite you to stop by, make yourself at home, and become part of our community. And if you're visiting from out of town, know that you'll always have a place here whenever you return.

We look forward to welcoming you.

John Sailor & Wylder

 

 

David Olan, co-founder of Sea N’ Soul, was born in Los Angeles, grew up in LA & NorCal, and spent a lot of time with his father in Malibu. Influenced by the sun drenched hippies growing up in the incredible era of change, David was captivated by the movement and energy of the times. His parents and family taught him to appreciate the gifts of his natural and social environment. They always encouraged David to travel, gain an excellent education and excel in his field.

 

With inspiration and drive from the success of his parents, David became a lawyer and his practice, Olan Law, was founded in 1990 as a boutique civil litigation firm and has steadily burgeoned with success through the years.

Throughout his career, David continued to nurture the parts of life that he loved - thriving in his professional life while enjoying surfing and exploring his natural environment and all it had to offer. In 2002, blending his passion for law and surf, he started the Association of Surfing Lawyers which has since expanded internationally. David credits his passion for the environment to his father, as he was an active Sierra Club leader.

Malibu has always been important to David, due to his upbringing and love of surfing, and he moved permanently to Malibu in 2003. He has since been a prominent part of the community for many years.

John and David integrated their love for fashion, the environment, and the Malibu community when they came up with the Sea N’ Soul concert store.