

Kris Tompkins: Life, Land, and Legacy
Mar 24, 2025
Kris Tompkins, former CEO of Patagonia and a dedicated conservationist, shares her inspiring journey in rewilding landscapes in Chile and Argentina. She reflects on her early days building Patagonia and the transformative projects like Pumalín National Park. The conversation dives into the emotional challenges of grief, the importance of resilience, and innovative corporate practices, including childcare solutions. Kris also discusses the ambitious reintroduction of jaguars and the ethical dilemmas at the intersection of technology and ecology, urging a deeper connection to nature.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Lessons of Grief and Resilience
02:19 • 4min
Youthful Encounters and Entrepreneurial Spirit
06:40 • 18min
Innovative Childcare Solutions in Corporate Culture
24:59 • 2min
From Profit to Purpose: The Evolution of Corporate Responsibility
27:05 • 2min
Transformative Leadership in the Outdoors
28:37 • 13min
Conservation Across Borders
41:45 • 27min
Reintroducing Jaguars: A Journey Back to the Wild
01:09:02 • 2min
Navigating Technology and Ecology
01:11:27 • 23min