COMPANY DIRECTORY

Since 1995, ecologically-driven, rider-focused snow, skate and apparel company, Arbor, has been replacing environmentally harmful materials with ecologically-based, natural alternatives. In edition to the several responsible practices listed on their website, Arbor only sources the most sustainable materials, improving their products without damaging the environment. The company also donates to groups working to protect and restore the planet.

Launched in New York City in 2004 by designer Rogan Gregory and Scott Hahn, Loomstate was founded as a casual brand dedicated to creating demand for certified organic cotton using socially and environmentally responsible methods of production. Men's and women's collections are inspired by the roots of classic American casual style born of the positivity and activism of youth subcultures over the past 40 years.

Inspired by a traditional Argentine shoe and challenged by the continent’s poverty and health issues, TOMS was born with a singular mission: To make life more comfortable. TOMS accomplishes this through its unique shoes and their commitment to match every single pair purchased with a donated pair to a child in need. It’s simple. No complicated formulas. You buy a pair of TOMS and they give a pair to a child on your behalf.

All-natural and organic skin care, bodycare, bath and home products. Founded on a 200-acre organic farm in New York’s Hudson River Valley, Kiss My Face takes the latest scientific research and combines it with the most effective ingredients nature has to offer, leaving no room for artificial colors, unnecessary chemical additives, animal ingredients or animal testing.

Threadless is a community-centered online apparel store run by skinnyCorp of Chicago, IL. Co-founders Jake Nickell and Jacob DeHart started the company in 2002 with $1,000 in seed money after entering an internet T-shirt design contest. Members of the Threadless community submit t-shirt designs online; the designs are then subjected to a public vote. A small percentage of submitted designs are selected for printing and sold through an online store. Creators of the winning designs receive a prize of cash and store credit.

Located in Fort Collins, Colorado, New Belgian Brewing Company brews approximately 17 different kinds of beer, including Fat Tire, 1554, Skinny Dip, and Mothership Wit Beer. Founded in 1991 by husband-and-wife team Jeff Lebesch and Kim Jordan, the company emphasizes eco-friendly practices and employee ownership. About 10% of the brewery's power comes from methane gas created as a by-product of their on-site water treatment plant. The other comes mostly from wind-powered energy.