Hap Klopp North Face Founder, served as its President and CEO for over 20 years

25 Jul 2025 • 10 min • EN
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Hap Klopp, legendary founder of The North Face, is interviewed by David Cogan on the Eliances Heroes Show. He shares the journey of turning a small outdoor gear company into a global brand and the influence of his mentor, Buckminster Fuller, on early product design. With over 40 years of leadership and innovation, Hap remains a driving force in entrepreneurship. In his book Almost: Twelve Electric Months in Silicon Valley, he explores the thrilling ups and downs of startup life.

From "Eliances Heroes in Business"

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