Rick Ridgeway

For 15 years, Rick was the VP of Environmental Affairs and then VP of Public Engagement at Patagonia. During his tenure, he worked with teams to develop environmental and sustainability initiatives including Freedom to Roam, the Footprint Chronicles, the Responsible Economy Campaign and Worn Wear. He is the founding chair of the SAC.

In addition, Rick is recognized as one of the world’s foremost mountaineers. He has written seven books, and his memoir Life Lived Wild will be released in October 2021. National Geographic honored him with its “Lifetime Achievement in Adventure” award, and today he serves on six boards of conservation organizations.