Prana (brand) explained

prAna
Type:Subsidiary
Founded: in Carlsbad, California, US
Location:Carlsbad, California, US
Industry:Clothing
Products:Activewear
Parent:Columbia Sportswear

Prana (stylized as prAna) is an American clothing company based in Carlsbad, California. Prana is a subsidiary of Columbia Sportswear.

History

Prana was started in a garage in Carlsbad, California in 1992 by Beaver and Pam Theodosakis. They wished to make sustainably made clothes and set about sewing the pieces themselves. The company grew and was acquired in 2014 by Columbia Sportswear for $190 million.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: prAna acquired by Columbia for $190M. 2014-04-30. San Diego Union-Tribune. en-US. 2020-05-14.