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Apr 2024
1h 24m

105- Patagonia - Business Design Teardow...

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Ready for a business adventure?


For our latest Teardown, we're exploring the terrain of a brand that has revolutionized business and ethical standards. Yes, we're unearthing the tale of Patagonia, a brand that's more than just outdoor apparel. It's a testament to sustainability, innovation, and an unwavering love for the great outdoors.


Patagonia is an icon of ethical business and thoughtful design. It's a brand that has masterfully woven the threads of environmental activism with cutting-edge business strategies. In this episode, Alen, Franz, and Tom will unravel how Patagonia has managed to design not just clothes but also a culture of sustainability and product innovation that other brands are dying to replicate.


Join us as we explore...

  • The relatable conflicts of Patagonia's founder, a craftsperson at heart who remains reluctant to call himself a businessman
  • Why Yvon Chouinard committed early business self-sabotage in the interests of the environment he loved… and set the standard for the business's future decision-making.
  • How Patagonia weaves philosophy into its culture, always prioritizing its most important stakeholder: our planet
  • The role of activism in its brand ethos and the marketing side-effects that this fosters

So, lace up your hiking boots, and let's hit the trail together in this latest Business Design Teardown. It will be one wild ride through Patagonia's business peaks and design valleys.

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