Hap Klopp

Hap Klopp is a prominent entrepreneur, investor, and author, best known as the founder of The North Face, where he served as President and CEO for two decades. Under his leadership, The North Face became one of the largest privately held companies in the San Francisco East Bay and a leading retailer in the outdoor apparel industry. After selling the company, Klopp established HK Consulting, focusing on strategic business consulting and working with various innovative companies, particularly those utilizing disruptive technologies.12

Currently, Klopp serves as a Non-Executive Director on the board of REVIV Global, a company specializing in lifestyle and wellness solutions. He is also involved with Cocona, a company that develops advanced fabric technologies.23 In addition to his corporate roles, he is a sought-after lecturer at prestigious business schools and has authored several books, including Almost, which discusses the realities of entrepreneurship and learning from failure.12