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Susie Tompkins Buell (née Russell; born 1943) is an American entrepreneur, businesswoman and a donor to progressive causes. Tompkins Buell co-founded the Esprit clothing and The North Face brand with her first husband, Doug Tompkins whom she met when she picked him up while he was hitchhiking.
The foundation supports women and girls in public service and civic engagement, and environmental warriors who drive communities toward awakening and transformation. Founded by Susie Tompkins Buell, co-founder of Esprit de Corp, the foundation funds 501 (c) (3) organizations that foster social responsibility and activism.
Susie Tompkins Buell is a co-founder of Esprit and a leader in environmental and political causes. She supports women's leadership, climate solutions, and the Resistance movement.
Learn about Susie Tompkins Buell, the founder of Esprit clothing company and a social entrepreneur who supports women and girls causes. Watch her video and answer discussion questions about her challenges, successes and values.
In anticipation of April's auction 'Passion & Humanity: The Susie Tompkins Buell Collection,' we look at the collecting philosophy behind the American entrepreneur and market maker.
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Susie Tompkins Buell tells the story of the origins of Esprit, the company she founded together with Doug Tompkins in 1968.