Being free to distill defining moments is the core philosophy for Chad, whose path—fueled by a lifelong global traveler’s adventurous spirit and the flow of inspiration from backcountry snowboarding—has forged his unique, intuitive approach to high-grade perfumery as the creative director of MiN NEW YORK. Emphasizing handmade quality and the essence of time, Chad’s creations, such as the evocative MOMENTO fragrance—an homage to his father who came to the US as an immigrant from old Havana—connect senses and stories, offering a profound perspective rooted in universal legacies.