Christopher Gavigan
Christopher Gavigan | |
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| Born | April 19, 1974 United States |
| Alma mater | University of California, Santa Barbara |
| Occupation(s) | Entrepreneur, author |
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| Children | 4 |
Christopher Gavigan (born April 19, 1974) is an American entrepreneur, author, and one of the co-founders of The Honest Company.[1] He is also the founder and CEO of Prima, a wellness company.[2]
Early life and education
[edit]He was born and raised in New York and Connecticut.[3][4] He received degrees in environmental science and geography from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and has graduate training in child psychology and education.[5] Gavigan is also an ecology and science teacher in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area.[6]
Career
[edit]Healthy Child Healthy World
[edit]Before launching his business ventures, Gavigan served as the CEO of Healthy Child Healthy World.[7] The organization focuses on protecting children from environmental toxins through advocacy, legislative efforts, and public education. His work included lobbying for chemical safety standards and promoting safer consumer products.[8]
He authored the book Healthy Child Healthy World: Creating a Cleaner, Greener, Safer Home in 2008. The book featured contributions from Michelle Obama, Tom Hanks, Meryl Streep, and Sheryl Crow.[9]
The Honest Company
[edit]In January 2012, Gavigan along with his business partners Jessica Alba and Brian Lee co-founded The Honest Company.[1]
Gavigan has served as the CEO of Healthy Child Healthy World, an ecological activist organization,[3] and also was the founded Pinnacle Expeditions, a California-based adventure travel company catering to teens.[10]
Prima
[edit]In 2018, Gavigan launched Prima, a wellness brand centered on hemp-based CBD products.[11]
Views and opinions
[edit]Gavigan has emphasized the importance of protecting children and families from exposure to harmful chemicals.[12] He has advocated for stricter chemical regulations and increased consumer awareness about environmental toxins.[13]
Gavigan has criticized the outdated nature of chemical and product safety regulations, particularly in the United States.[14] He argues that “the system is broken, leaving consumers vulnerable to harmful substances.”[15]
Bibliography
[edit]Personal life
[edit]Gavigan married Jessica Capshaw in 2004. They have four children together.[17][18]
Awards and recognition
[edit]- Green Award 2007 by Elle[19]
- WebMD's 2010 Health Hero Award[20][21]
- Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst and Young in April 2014.[22][23]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Paton, Elizabeth (June 7, 2013). "Power dressing: Christopher Gavigan". Financial Times.
- ^ Bobrow, Warren. "Christopher Gavigan: Founder And CEO Of Prima". Forbes. Retrieved December 13, 2024.
- ^ a b c "Game Changers 2014: Christopher Gavigan". Men's Fitness. Retrieved April 29, 2018.
- ^ "Jessica Alba, Christopher Gavigan defend 'Honest' amid sunscreen backlash". Fox News. August 4, 2015.
- ^ Johnson, Zach (August 4, 2015). "Jessica Alba and Christopher Gavigan Defend The Honest Company Sunscreen Lotion Amid Consumer Backlash". Eonline.com.
- ^ "Christopher Gavigan". WebMD. Retrieved July 25, 2024.
- ^ Gavigan, Christopher (June 19, 2010). "Celebrating Eco-Dads This Father's Day with Christopher Gavigan of Healthy Child Healthy World". LuxEcoLiving. Retrieved December 13, 2024.
- ^ "Christopher Gavigan on the commitment to being an Earth-first brand". Kathy Varol. Retrieved December 13, 2024.
- ^ "Christopher Gavigan". The Legacy Lab. Retrieved December 13, 2024.
- ^ ZWAHLEN, CYNDIA (September 27, 2000). "Adventure Firm Needs a Good Plan of Attack". Los Angeles Times.
- ^ Tietjen, Alexa (July 24, 2020). "Prima's Christopher Gavigan on Building Trust in the Purpose Economy". WWD. Retrieved July 25, 2024.
- ^ "Interview with Christopher Gavigan Co-Founder of The Honest Co. - Verified Mom". February 12, 2012. Retrieved December 13, 2024.
- ^ "Healthy Child Healthy World". UC Santa Barbara Alumni. Retrieved December 13, 2024.
- ^ "The launch story behind The Honest Company". Business Podcast for Startups. Retrieved December 13, 2024.
- ^ Brue, Alexia (May 13, 2017). "What it's like to work with Jessica Alba at Honest". Well+Good. Retrieved December 13, 2024.
- ^ Birkinbine, Julia (March 25, 2018). "Just Like Her 'Grey's Anatomy' Character, Jessica Capshaw Is a Working Mom Trying to Balance It All". Closer Weekly.
- ^ Schafer, Jenny (September 11, 2017). "Jessica Capshaw & Christopher Gavigan's Son Turns 10". Celebritybabyscoop.com. Archived from the original on April 29, 2018. Retrieved April 29, 2018.
- ^ Hautman, Nicholas (May 10, 2016). "Jessica Capshaw Gives Birth: 'Grey's Anatomy' Star Welcomes Fourth Child With Husband Christopher Gavigan". Us Magazine.
- ^ "Christopher Gavigan Co-founder, Honest.com & Author". Kids in the House. June 12, 2012. Retrieved April 29, 2018.
- ^ "2010 WebMD Health Heroes". WebMD. Retrieved April 29, 2018.
- ^ "WebMD Announces 2010 Health Heroes". WebMD. November 10, 2010.
- ^ "EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2014 Greater Los Angeles Awards". Sbnonline.com. June 30, 2014.
- ^ "EY names L.A. Entrepreneur of the Year finalists". L.A. Business First. May 15, 2014.
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