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Columbia Sportswear
AddedFeb 19, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Columbia Sportswear

Columbia Sportswear

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Columbia Sportswear: A global manufacturer and distributor of active outdoor apparel and accessories.

HQ
Portland, OR, US
Founded
1938
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Columbia Sportswear is a global leader in outdoor apparel and accessories, specializing in innovative designs for active lifestyles. The company offers a wide range of products including jackets, rainwear, golf apparel, footwear, and accessories such as bags, hats, and sunglasses. With a focus on quality and performance, Columbia Sportswear caters to outdoor enthusiasts and casual wearers alike.

Founded in 1938, the company has grown from a small hat distributor to an internationally recognized brand. Columbia Sportswear's commitment to technological advancements in fabric and design has resulted in patented technologies like Omni-Heat™ and OutDry™, enhancing the functionality of their products. The company's success is reflected in its worldwide presence and continued expansion in the outdoor apparel market.

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Columbia Sportswear - Quick Facts

Who are Columbia Sportswear's competitors?

Companies similar to Columbia Sportswear include Ibex Outdoor Clothing, Vista Outdoor, Sportiqe and Backcountry.com.

When was Columbia Sportswear founded?

Columbia Sportswear was founded in 1938.

Where is Columbia Sportswear's headquarters located?

Columbia Sportswear's headquarters is located in Portland, OR, US.

How many employees does Columbia Sportswear have?

Columbia Sportswear has 9,450 employees as of Feb 6, 2024.

Columbia Sportswear - Classification

Ownership
  • Public
Technology
  • SaaS
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Accessories
  • Apparel
Tags
  • eCommerce
  • Retail
Unique IDs
  • secCik: 0001050797
  • ticker: COLM
NAICS
  • 339920Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing
  • 330000Manufacturing
  • 339000Miscellaneous Manufacturing
  • 339900Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing
SIC
  • 2300Apparel And Other Finished Products Made From Fabrics And Similar Material
ISIC
  • 4641Wholesale of textiles, clothing and footwear
  • 4771Retail sale of clothing, footwear and leather articles in specialized stores
Show 33 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 310000Manufacturing
  • 316000Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing
  • 316200Footwear Manufacturing
  • 316210Footwear Manufacturing
  • 424000Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
  • 424300Apparel, Piece Goods, and Notions Merchant Wholesalers
  • 424350Clothing and Clothing Accessories Merchant Wholesalers
  • 440000Retail Trade
  • 458000Clothing, Clothing Accessories, Shoe, and Jewelry Retailers
  • 458100Clothing and Clothing Accessories Retailers
  • 458110Clothing and Clothing Accessories Retailers
  • 459110Sporting Goods Retailers
  • 420000Wholesale Trade
  • 450000Retail Trade
  • 315000Apparel Manufacturing
  • 459000Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers
  • 315200Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing
  • 459100Sporting Goods, Hobby, and Musical Instrument Retailers
SIC
  • 3949Sporting And Athletic Goods, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 5100Wholesale trade--nondurable goods
  • 5130Apparel, Piece Goods, And Notions
  • 5136Men's and Boy's Clothing and Furnishings
  • 5139Footwear
  • 5600Apparel And Accessory Stores
  • 5690Miscellaneous Apparel And Accessory Stores
  • 5699Miscellaneous Apparel and Accessory Stores
  • 5940Miscellaneous Shopping Goods Stores
  • 3900Miscellaneous Manufacturing Industries
  • 4000Railroad Transportation
  • 5900Miscellaneous Retail
  • 2380Miscellaneous Apparel And Accessories
  • 3940Dolls, Toys, Games And Sporting And Athletic Goods
  • 2389Apparel And Accessories, Not Elsewhere Classified