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Caroline Danehy
CBO & Co-Founder of Fair Harbor; Forbes 30 Under 30; EY Entrepreneur of the Year Winner; Inc Female Founder List
Caroline Danehy co-founded Fair Harbor, a company known for its sustainable apparel, with her brother Jake in 2014. The company quickly made its mark in the industry with the invention of BreezeKnitā¢, a unique fabric liner crafted from recycled plastic bottles. The immense growth of Fair Harbor under Danehy's leadership has transformed it from a small business into a year-round coastal lifestyle brand that appeals to the entire family. Today, Fair Harbor products can be found in renowned stores like Nordstrom and Saks 5th Avenue, as well as many specialty stores and online platforms.
Recognized as one of the fastest-growing sustainable apparel brands in the US, Fair Harbor has made notable strides under Danehy's guidance. The brand was named the 26th Fastest-Growing Private Company in America and the #2 Fastest-Growing Private Retail Company by Inc magazine's 5000 List in 2020. In 2022, the company expanded its footprint further by opening two retail locations and achieving B-Corp status. This growth is also reflected in the number of recycled plastic bottles the company has repurposed into apparel - a figure that currently stands at over 30 million.
In 2020, Danehy was included in the Forbes 30 Under 30 list and was honored with both the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award and the Reuters Responsible Business Award. Danehy has frequently appeared on industry panels as an expert in entrepreneurship and sustainability best practices. Her diverse background and leadership in building a successful, sustainable business make her a voice to be reckoned with in the industry.
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