It may not be the HAPPIEST of HOLIDAY sentiments but in reality, most of us are thinking this on some level even before the first serving of turkey and dressing has hit our plate. It’s really what holidays are all about – remembering that’s why big family gatherings only happen once a year. Unless you … Continued
The Bark House® Brand logo has two concentric circles and varied elements within. Moving toward the center, a more intimate meaning is revealed. All elements align with one unifying purpose, reflected in the poplar leaf. The outermost circle has two associations for us. The most obvious is the bark of a poplar tree that inspired … Continued
William McDonough, the Founder of Cradle to Cradle had this to say about Highland Craftsmen back in 2011: “If you look at what’s going on at Highland Craftsmen… you are looking at a product that is almost a sacred thing…. People are being honored with jobs, forests are being honored with sustainable forestry, and the … Continued
part 2 of 2 Vincent Stanley from Patagonia met with a group of B Corps in Asheville, NC in September. The conversation centered on responsible companies, which echoes the title of his and Yvon Chouinard’s (Founder and Owner of Patagonia) book. One of the opening quotes shared by Vincent was from writer Norman Maclean … Continued
part 1 of 2 This September, Vincent Stanley the Chief Philosophy Officer of PATAGONIA and nephew of Founder Yvon Chouinard, will do presentations with various public and private groups in Asheville, North Carolina. Vincent and Yvon have worked together since the original equipment company in 1973 that eventually became the outdoor sport clothing retailer … Continued
To EMBARK is to begin a new journey of exploration. Interestingly, this state makes no promise or false claim of excitement, glory or fulfillment. Yet for so many of us, the idea of journeying holds a magic allure. It beckons to us sweetly with predictable routine. A new journey suggests a fresh start like being … Continued