INCLUSION, DIVERSITY & EQUITY
The outdoors is diverse. In nature, different colors, shapes and species thrive due to their diversity. Diverse perspectives lead to creativity and innovation. Equity leads to empowerment. Inclusion leads to teamwork. We've grown from a family business to a global company because we understand what it takes to flourish. Since 1938, we have been making clothing and footwear so that more people can enjoy the outdoors. We connect active people with their passions across race, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion and sexual orientation. Doing the right thing for our consumers, customers, employees, the company and our communities is one of our core values. We are dedicated to creating a company that is diverse, equitable and inclusive because one thing that we can all agree on is the outdoors is for all of us.
OUR HISTORY INFORMS OUR PRESENT
Columbia Sportswear Company was founded by immigrants fleeing Nazi Germany. Their daughter, Gert Boyle, held every position, from seamstress of the first fishing vest to President and Chair of the Board. Ma Boyle was a pioneer as a woman in the outdoor industry. Her legacy continues to inspire us now that we are a global company with more than 7,000 employees all over the world.