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Bria Fleming

Bria Fleming

Bria Fleming owns Incidental Wildland, a Kansas company making custom firefighter uniforms and gear that fit, especially for women. With a background at the Kansas Forest Service and a degree from University of Minnesota Duluth, she creates durable, practical solutions for wildland firefighters.

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Bria Fleming's Bio

Bria Fleming is the owner of Incidental Wildland LLC, a Kansas-based company that creates custom firefighter uniforms designed to fit properly—especially for women. Based in Matfield Green, Incidental Wildland (originally Incidental Sewing & Design) specializes in Nomex products for wildland firefighters, addressing a critical gap in protective gear traditionally designed for male bodies.

A lifelong creator with fabric and costume, Bria's entrepreneurial spark came from recognizing that functional, well-fitting protective gear mattered to those risking their lives. What began as a sewing operation evolved into a full uniform company serving wildland firefighters nationwide. Her technical knowledge of fire-resistant materials combines with an insider's understanding of fit—gained from listening to women in the field.

Recent years have brought investment capital, enabling Incidental Wildland to expand production while maintaining the craftsmanship that built its reputation. Customers regularly praise both the quality of the gear and the respect it shows for their needs—a rare combination in an industry where one-size-fits-none has been the norm. Today, Bria continues to grow the business she built from scratch, offering ROI to investors while staying true to its founding mission: gear that fits every body.

Career Timeline

  • 2014Graduated University of Minnesota Duluth

    Earned bachelor's degree, laying foundation for business and marketing career

  • 2015Kansas Forest Service

    Early career role connecting with rural communities and understanding land management needs

  • 2018Chief Marketing Officer at Watch Room 24

    Led marketing strategy for the company before transitioning to entrepreneurship

  • 2020Founded Incidental Sewing & Design

    Started custom sewing business, creating specialized gear for clients with specific fit needs

  • 2021Rebranded to Incidental Wildland

    Pivoted to focus exclusively on wildland firefighter uniforms, expanding product line to Nomex protection gear

  • 2023Featured in Canvas Rebel Interview

    Shared founder story and mission with national audience in 'Meet Bria Fleming' feature

  • 2024Raised Investment Capital at Incidental Wildland

    Courted investors for first time, offering meaningful ROI while maintaining mission-driven approach

  • 2025Expanded Production & Team at Incidental Wildland

    Scaled manufacturing to meet growing demand, maintaining 5-star customer rating

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