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THE FORUM ON ENTREPRENEURSHIP & LAW
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Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law



Control to the Trust, Cash to the Collective: Patagonia’s Ownership Pivot
Whether you’re a seasoned alpinist or a loyal corporate soldier, you are probably familiar with Patagonia. [1] Its Gore-Tex hard shells can be seen at the highest peaks and its vests behind Bloomberg terminals at activist hedge funds. [2] This contrast shows up not only in its customer base, but also in its governance. [3] While Patagonia was always run with an eye toward conservation, already being a certified B Corp and a California benefit corporation, the company went
Patrick Keenan
Oct 13, 2025


Redemption Reality Check: Lessons for Entrepreneurs from Connelly v. U.S.
The recent Supreme Court case Connelly v. United States has garnered significant attention within both the business and legal...
Emilie Mooney
Jan 27, 2025
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