Grant Cleghorn

Grant Cleghorn is the Founder and CEO of Gone Outdoor Supply Co., a retail company based in Cape Town, South Africa, that specializes in outdoor apparel and equipment, notably as the exclusive stockist of Patagonia products in the region. Cleghorn has a strong background in the outdoor industry, having worked in Europe for a decade before returning to South Africa with a vision to introduce Patagonia to the local market. This led to the opening of the first Gone Outdoor store in 2017, followed by additional locations in Cape Town and Johannesburg.123

Cleghorn emphasizes the importance of community engagement and environmental sustainability in his business model. Gone Outdoor commits 1% of its earnings to support local environmental causes and actively engages with grassroots organizations focused on environmental issues.23 Under his leadership, the company has become known for its focus on quality products and ethical consumerism, aligning with Patagonia's values of sustainability and repairability.2

In addition to his role at Gone Outdoor, Cleghorn is passionate about fostering connections within the outdoor community and promoting a lifestyle centered around outdoor activities.45