Lululemon Athletica

Founder Chip Wilson spent 20 years merchandising surf, skating, and snowboarding gear before he found his passion. He didn’t like the athletic clothing at the time so he opened up a design studio that functioned as a yoga studio at night to pay the bills. Although Lululemon Athletica was initially created to be a single store, the popularity of their Vancouver location forced them to grow into the global success that they are today.