The Chouinard family transfers ownership of Patagonia: "Earth is now our only shareholder"

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Source: Campbell Brewer

Nearly 50 years after founding Patagonia, Yvon Chouinard and his family (along with his children Claire and Fletcher) have decided to give away their company to ensure that all proceeds are used to fight climate change. The Chouinard family has transferred all of their property to two new entities: the ...

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