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Canada Goose History
History: In 1957, Polish immigrant Sam Tick founded Metro Sportswear Ltd. -
North Face Founded
The North Face Foundation in 1968 by Douglas Tompkins and Kenneth Klopp.The name was inspired by a hiking trip the duo took in Minnesota. At the start, the only merchandise was highly selective targeted toward backpackers and climbers. -
How did they rise to prominence?
In the early 1970s the founder Sam Tick started manufacturing winter appeal such as; snowmobile suits, woolen vest. In the late 1970s they started manufacturing down filled jackets, which was a leading private label for the line at that time.
In 1985 the launched a line of down filled jackets called “Parkas.” This product became they’re number one selling merchandise.
In the mid 1990s to 2008 sales increase rapidly from $3 million to roughly 17.5 million in 2008. -
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How did they rise to prominence
In the early 1970s the founder Sam Tick started manufacturing winter appeal such as; snowmobile suits, woolen vest. In the late 1970s they started manufacturing down filled jackets, which was a leading private label for the line at that time.
In 1985 the launched a line of down filled jackets and parkas. This product became they’re number one selling merchandise.
In the mid 1990s to 2008 sales increase rapidly from $3 million to roughly 17.5 million in 2008. -
NF Logo
The Half Dome logo, still used today, is designed by California artist, David Alcorn. -
CG Begins Manufacturing
In the early 1970s the founder Sam Tick started manufacturing winter appeal such as; snowmobile suits, woolen vest. In the late 1970s they started manufacturing down filled jackets, which was a leading private label for the line at that time. -
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NF Expands Product Line
Skiwear and camping equipment are added to the company's product lineup. -
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Reiss Takes Over
Tick's son-in-law, CEO David Reiss, purchases the company and begins to sell their merchandise in Europe, under the newly registered name, Canada Goose. -
What is the service model?
Canada Goose is known for their arctic weather outerwear in the world, iconic jackets that are made with goose down and coyote fur -
CG's Domestic Prodution
Reiss' son, Dani, becomes the new CEO and decides to keep the name Canada Goose and ensures that all of their products are made in Canada at a time when it's popular to outsource to China. -
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NF Across the Pond
The company has expanded to have forty retail locations in the United States and nineteen retailers in the United Kingdom. -
CG's Rising Profits
In the mid 1990s to 2008 sales increase rapidly from $3 million to roughly 17.5 million in 2008. -
Athletes Embrace NF
The company begins to endorse many outdoor athletes from snowboarders, runners and skiers. (Pictured: Snowboarder Devin Logan from thenorthface.com) -
NF Expands Presence
Opens first Canadian retail store in Toronto, Ontario. -
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What are some of the significant milestones?
In May 28th, 2013 - They open Headquarters Corporation in Denver Co. to meet growing customer’s demands. -
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What are some of the significant milestones?
In May 28th, 2013 - They open Headquarters Corporation in Denver Co. to meet growing customer’s demands. -
CG Expanding Presence
In May 28th, 2013 - They open Headquarters Corporation in Denver Co. to meet growing customer’s demands. -
Boston Meets Canada
Boston-based global investment firm, Bain Capital, bought a majority stake in Canada Goose. -
References
FAQ | Canada Goose. (n.d.). Retrieved August 8, 2014. Gajo, Patricia (Winter 2012). "Down to business". NUVO. Retrieved 20 November 2012. Gelles, David, "Canada Goose Sells Majority Stake to Bain Capital", The New York Times, December 10, 2013. Lorinc, John (17 October 2012). "The Golden Goose". Profit Guide. Retrieved 19 November 2012. Thenorthface.com
