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Feature Story
May 10, 2013
L.L.Bean Stowaway Dog Kennel Wins Outdoor Canada’s Prestigious Best New Hunting Gear Award
Outdoor Canada recently announced the winners of its annual Best New Hunting Gear Awards, and one of the winning products was L.L.Bean’s Stowaway Dog Kennel. This is the third consecutive year L.L.Bean has won this award.
Breaking News
June 4, 2013
L.L.Bean Announces New Retail Store in Freehold, New Jersey
L.L.Bean is pleased to announce the expansion of its retail presence into the Freehold, New Jersey, market. The new 25,000-square-foot L.L.Bean store will be located in the Freehold Raceway Mall, and is scheduled to open in September, 2013, with a three-day grand opening celebration.
May 20, 2013
L.L.Bean Elects New Chairman of the Board
L.L.Bean announced today the election of Shawn Gorman as its new Chairman. Mr. Gorman replaces Leon Gorman, who has served as Chairman of the family-controlled Board of Directors. In 2001, Leon assumed the Chairman's position following his retirement as President and CEO, a position he held for over 30 years. Leon Gorman has been named Chairman Emeritus and will remain a member of the Board.
May 8, 2013
L.L.Bean Makes $50,000 Gift to Lewiston Fire Relief Fund
Three catastrophic fires of the past week have left 180 residents of downtown Lewiston homeless. Today, L.L.Bean has made a $50,000 corporate challenge gift to help the Lewiston fire victims. "We recognize the terrible loss for these individuals and families, and we appreciate the round-the-clock efforts of the nonprofit organizations and public safety entities involved," said Janet Wyper, L.L.Bean's Manager of Community Relations. "In being responsive to these efforts, we also wanted to invite other Maine companies and members of our community to join us in making an inspirational gift to the Lewiston Fire Relief Fund."
Recent News
May 1, 2013
L.L.Bean to Be Honored at Appalachian Trail Conservancy's "Leaders in Conservation" Awards Gala
L.L.Bean will receive the Corporate Leadership Award during the Appalachian Trail Conservancy's (ATC) fourth-annual Awards Gala in Washington, DC, on May 15, 2013. L.L.Bean is one of the largest corporate contributors to the ATC and continues to support the grassroots efforts of thousands of local volunteers.
April 30, 2013
L.L.Bean to Convert Fayetteville, New York, Outlet Store to Full Retail Store
L.L.Bean is pleased to announce the conversion of its outlet store in Fayetteville, NY, into a full L.L.Bean retail store. Conversion to a full retail store will double current staff, include a variety of the most up-to-date merchandise and feature outdoor adventures run directly out of the store. The conversion will be complete on Friday, June 7.


