Kenneth C. Barker

Crailar Technologies, Inc. engaged in the manufacture and distribution of fiber-based products. Its products included CRAiLAR which uses flax, hemp or other sustainable bast fiber are offered to textiles industry for knit and woven constructions; as well as CRAiLAR fibers for non-woven constructions. The company was founded by Jason David Finnis on October 6, 1998 and was headquartered in Victoria, Canada.

Part of adidas AG, adidas North America, Inc. is a company that manufactures and wholesales sport shoes, apparels and accessories. The company is based in Portland, OR.

Part of adidas AG, adidas Canada Ltd. is a Canadian company that manufactures shoes and related footwear products. The company is based in Woodbridge, Canada.

The Meriwether Group is a private lender, investment banking, and business acceleration firm based in Portland, OR. The firm specializes in serving entrepreneurs of iconic, disruptive consumer brands and consists of a team of accomplished entrepreneurs, corporate executives, financiers, and lawyers. The Meriwether Group uses a unique and effective methodology to accelerate desired outcomes for businesses and their leaders in a brand-centric way. The Meriwether Group offers a range of services throughout an entrepreneur's journey, including launch, growth, financing, and exits. The company was founded by David M. Howitt in 2004 and has been led by him as the CEO since incorporation.