Listen "Scaling Activism at Patagonia"
Episode Synopsis
Cast your vote for Purpose 360 as Best Business Podcast here!Long considered the “gold standard” for purpose-driven companies, Patagonia might be considered an activist organization that happens to sell apparel and outdoor gear. This week, we continue our conversation with Corley Kenna on the organization’s move to becoming a B-Corp, scaling community activism and more.Listen for Corley’s insights on:How Patagonia developed and evolves key purpose-led initiatives including Patagonia Action Works, Tin Shed Ventures, Patagonia Provisions, Patagonia Films, and Worn WearHow Patagonia enforces transparency throughout the business and supply chain, including addressing its own ills and articulating clear steps forwardWhy Patagonia has thrived as a business while taking sometimes contentious, and frequently unapologetic stances based on values—such as telling customers “don’t buy this jacket” or encouraging advocates to “vote out the a**holes”How Patagonia empowers its employees to live the company’s values—and their own—through industry-leading initiatives and benefitsLinks & NotesAbout PatagoniaActivism at PatagoniaPatagonia Action WorksCorley Kenna on LinkedInPatagonia FilmsThe Cleanest Line1% for the Planet
(00:00) - Welcome to Purpose 360!
(02:09) - Patagonia Part 2
(03:34) - Leadership
(05:27) - New CEO Ryan Gellert
(08:14) - Ryan's Special Question
(09:29) - Yvon's Involvement
(10:46) - Becoming a B-Corp
(12:52) - Scaling Actions Like Time to Vote
(16:22) - In the Know
(18:33) - Products
(21:48) - Patagonia's Films
(24:44) - How to Start Your Shift to Be Purpose-Focused
(27:26) - Advancing Your Purpose Further
(29:49) - Surround Sound Storytelling
(31:05) - Communicating to Every Employee
(32:47) - Parting Words
(33:09) - Wrapping Up
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