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This definitely felt like a proud dad hug. It was a huge honour to receive an honorary doctorate from the University of Exeter, recognising nearly 25 years of building Finisterre. I was also asked to close the graduation ceremony with a few words. TBH I can’t remember who spoke at my grad ceremony (possibly hungover), so I tried to keep it short and memorable… Find what you love, and protect it with everything you have. Be brave. Starting something is often the hardest part. Messy is okay and perhaps even necessary. Stay grounded. We’re all a result of those who have believed in us. I may have been receiving the degree, but there are a lot of people who have believed in me along the way: my family, friends and the entire Finisterre crew. Thank you. And finally, my advice to young me sat where you are today…’you got this’. So, to all the graduates, wishing you all fair winds and a strong arm on the tiller in a world that needs you more than ever. You got this. Finisterre University of Exeter

From recent South Pacific voyages to eXXpedition’s northern-most expedition yet, the crew’s work continues to take ocean plastic pollution further into view. These images capture Finisterre ambassador Emily Penn and the eXXpedition crew at work in the South Pacific: collecting samples, recording data and living the day-to-day reality of a research voyage. Since these moments were captured, the crew has reached the Arctic - the furthest north eXXpedition has ever travelled. It is a significant milestone in the organisation’s mission to understand and tackle ocean plastic pollution. Behind every image of a remarkable horizon is the less visible work: early starts, shifting conditions, close quarters, endless layers and a crew working together to keep the boat and the mission moving. We’re proud to support Emily and the crew with hardy kit designed for long days and hard weather at sea. Practical support for purposeful work. We’ll be sharing more from the Arctic voyage soon. 📸 Katie Giles / Kendall Miller / Hannah Wilks / Karlijn Sibbel / Sibel Bulay / Taylor Maddalene Myers / Rowan Henthorn / Amanda Ayliffe 

We’re growing our crew! We have a number of opportunities open across Finisterre, for people who share our love of the sea, the outdoors and making business a force for positive change. If you’re ready for your next adventure, we’d love to hear from you. Explore all current roles and apply via the link in the comments. #Hiring #Recruitment #RetailJobs #MarketingJobs #TechJobs

The best product design starts by asking a simple question: Who have we left out? For too long, adaptive outdoor gear has been treated as a niche. But the outdoors isn't exclusive - and neither should the products we create for it. At Finisterre, we've always believed in equal access to the ocean. That's why making our adaptive Yulex wetsuits part of our core rental offering felt like the right next step, because inclusivity should be part of good design. It's been great to see this conversation explored by Field Mag. The more we challenge assumptions about who outdoor products are designed for, the better our industry becomes. Thanks to the team for highlighting why accessibility isn't an add-on; it's an opportunity to build better products and help more people experience the freedom that comes from being in the sea. THANKS TO: Katherine Englishman Liz Rovira Finisterre Field Mag LINK TO ARTICLE: https://lnkd.in/eEkPqK7E

Dream Job Alert We are hiring in the US - looking for a Community Marketing Manager to join our small-but-mighty local crew to help bring Finisterre to North America. The role is remote, but we are ideally looking for applicants living in Northern California, Washington State, Oregon or New York. Link to role below. *UPDATE thanks to everyone for your interest. We have been blown away! Due to the volume of applicants already received we have now closed the job posting. Apologies to anyone we have missed but please keep following for any future job roles. Chris Evans #hiring #sustainablejobs #outdoorjobs #surfjobs

At the edge of the land, stories emerge.⁠ ⁠ To mark our collaboration with XTRATUF, we recently headed to Penzance with a crew connected by the sea.⁠ ⁠ Along for the ride were Speech Debelle and Alexis Evelynlee from We Are Black Fish – a collective who open the door to outdoor culture for black, queer and those from the global majority through monthly hook-ups on the beach, running fishing lessons and curating group events from the shore in Kent.⁠ ⁠ Our latest Broadcast feature, Island People, written by Speech and Alexis celebrates and explores Britain’s relationship with seafood through the histories of race, class and colonialism…⁠ ⁠ For those looking to dive deeper, Black Fish by Speech Debelle offers a thoughtful exploration of fishing, identity, healing and community.⁠ ⁠ Find out more. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4ytlPg2

"I'm most proud of what we've chosen not to do. Also that the spirit of the brand feels the same as it was 23 years ago." Part of a wider conversation with Michael Williams. Over the past 23 years, there have been countless opportunities to grow faster, follow trends or take the easier route. It hasn’t always been easy, but we've tried to stay true to why Finisterre exists and our founding beliefs. It all started with one product - a thick fleece designed to warm after a cold-water surfs on the north Cornish coast. A brand inspired by a love of the sea and a deep belief there was a better way to make product. That mindset still guides us today. I’ve always said we don’t have all the answers, but driven by an awesome team, we work hard to find innovative solutions and be a better business. Something we live and breathe every day. A big thank you to Michael for such a great conversation about the journey so far, the lessons we've learned along the way, and what comes next. THANKS TO:  Michael Williams Micah McKay  Finisterre ACL & Co.. LINK TO ARTICLE: https://lnkd.in/etAFpQ6t

Light on weight. Heavy on performance. The new Forecast Windcheater Jacket is built for movement in changing weather. Lightweight, highly breathable, windproof and packable enough to disappear into its own pocket when the sun comes back out. Made from 100% recycled polyamide and finished with a PFAS-free water-repellent coating, it's designed to help you stay outside for longer, whatever the forecast has in store. Discover more. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4wNZSqg

Connection has always been at the heart of what we do. To the sea. To each other. To the communities that inspire us. Our 2025 Impact Report shares some of the ways we’re working to create lasting, positive change for people. Read the full report. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eMve337j