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Smith is happy in eastern North Carolina. Chouinard founded Patagonia. Smith bought boat maker in Greenville.

2 reports, 2 independent Updated Jul 27

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Smith is happy in eastern North Carolina. Chouinard founded Patagonia. Smith bought boat maker in Greenville.

Who's involved

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North Carolina Greenville Patagonia

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Jul 27A collection of small, unrelated events involving Smith, Patagonia, and Greenville.1 source
- westhawaiitoday.com
Jul 27Eddie Smith converts Grady-White Boats in Greenville, NC, to a nonprofit trust.1 source
- onthewater.com

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The entities involved

North Carolina
state of the United States of America
- Bills affecting state law are being introduced and debated by the legislative body in North Carolina.Mon 16:59
- Matthew Rutter attended a convention held in North Carolina on June 19, 2026.Mon 15:56
Greenville
railway station in Greenville, South Carolina

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Patagonia
region located at the southern end of South America
- Corey Rich's work included global campaigns for Patagonia and Google.Sat 00:11

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Coverage

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Jul 27westhawaiitoday.comSell the company for $400 million? He’s giving it away instead. - West Hawaii Today
Jul 27onthewater.comGrady-White's Owner Turned Down $400 Million to Give the Company Away Instead - On The Water