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Wilmington, DE, United States of America

The North Face Apparel Corporation


USPTO Granted Patents = 83

% Expired Patents = 26.5



Trademarks = 2

Forward Citations = 450

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94 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal John Thiet Ly (13 out of 13 patents)

silverMedal Demitri Balabanov (8 out of 8 patents)

bronzeMedal Christopher Kenji Tagumi (8 out of 8 patents)

4.  Cory Michael Olson (7 out of 7 patents)

5.  Matthew Edward Paduano (7 out of 7 patents)

6.  Graham Page (6 out of 6 patents)

7.  Anthony Perez (5 out of 5 patents)

8.  Angelique Dietz (5 out of 5 patents)

9.  Charles Rogers (5 out of 5 patents)

10.  Abolfazl Aghanouri (5 out of 5 patents)

11.  Subra Goparaju (5 out of 5 patents)

12.  Andrew Coutant (5 out of 5 patents)

13.  Mary-Ellen Smith (5 out of 5 patents)

14.  Justin Lee Gladish (5 out of 6 patents)

15.  Benoit Geis (4 out of 4 patents)


Core Competencies:
Footwear Design
Composite Materials
Insulation Technologies
Integrated Waistpack
Baffle Constructs
Hydration Systems
Backpack Suspension
Textile Coatings
Fastener Systems
Multi-Climate Gear
Aerogripper Apparatus
Functional Biomaterials

83 patents:

1. 12728619 - Baffles comprising composite materials with membrane (2026-09-08),
2. 12721388 - Baby pacifier pocket (2026-09-01),
3. D1143620 - Baffled material sheet (2026-08-25),
4. 12686194 - Composite material with elongate openings (2026-07-21),
5. 12677906 - Rocker footwear (2026-07-14),
6. 12434930 - Aerogripper apparatus, system, and methods (2025-10-07),
7. 12162261 - Composite materials with membrane (2024-12-10),
8. 12029307 - Three-dimensional foam replacement (2024-07-09),
9. 11899435 - Systems and methods for end-to-end article management (2024-02-13),
10. 11738957 - Fabric separator (2023-08-29),
11. 11714399 - Systems and methods for end-to-end article management (2023-08-01),
12. 11700910 - Footwear with a shell (2023-07-18),
13. 11576479 - Garments with integrated removable waistpack (2023-02-14),
14. D977230 - Footwear (2023-02-07),
15. 11528959 - Athletic shoe with a shell inserted between the upper and a comfort sole (2022-12-20),
The North Face Apparel Corporation, headquartered in Wilmington, DE, specializes in innovative apparel solutions designed for outdoor enthusiasts. The company focuses on advanced footwear design, utilizing composite materials and insulation technologies to enhance performance and comfort. Their expertise extends to integrated waistpacks, baffle constructs, and hydration systems, ensuring optimal functionality in various environments. Additionally, The North Face is known for its advancements in backpack suspension and textile coatings, reinforcing its commitment to quality and innovation in outdoor gear.
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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 29 2026

The North Face Apparel Corporation
83 Patents

#67 in Wilmington, DE

#82 in Delaware

#4,466 in US

#9,133 in the World

Wilmington, DE (US)
Wilmington, DE, United States of America

The North Face Apparel Corporation

Forward Citations = 450

94 inventors:

goldMedal John Thiet Ly (13 out of 13 patents)

silverMedal Demitri Balabanov (8 out of 8 patents)

bronzeMedal Christopher Kenji Tagumi (8 out of 8 patents)

4.  Cory Michael Olson (7 out of 7 patents)

5.  Matthew Edward Paduano (7 out of 7 patents)

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