Patagonia, Inc.

Patagonia, Inc.
Company typePrivate benefit corporation
IndustryApparel
FoundedMay 9, 1973; 51 years ago (1973-05-09)
FounderYvon Chouinard
HeadquartersVentura, California, U.S.
Key people
ProductsOutdoor clothing
Revenue$1.5 billion (2022 estimate)
Number of employees
3,000 (2024)[3]
Websitepatagonia.com

Patagonia, Inc. is an American retailer of outdoor recreation clothing, equipment, and food. It was founded by Yvon Chouinard in 1973 and is based in Ventura, California.[4] Patagonia operates stores in more than 10 countries globally,[5][6] as well as factories in 16 countries.[7]

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