The Chamber is pleased to
recognize Entrepreneur of the Month Eagles Nest Outfitters, designers and manufacturers of
breathable nylon hammocks, rain flies and bug nets that are a breeze to pack,
carry and set up.
Motivated by a desire to escape
the traditional workplace, brothers Peter and Paul Pinholster launched Eagles
Nest Outfitters (ENO) in 1999 sewing hammocks out of their sister’s garage and
selling their products at festivals across the east coast.
After years on the road, the pair
settled in Asheville, a community that is open to business while fitting well
with the Pinholsters’ penchant for a laid-back lifestyle.
“We love surrounding ourselves with
like-minded individuals as it keeps us inspired to keep innovating (eno-vating)
and it also keeps us grounded at the same time.”
From these humble beginnings, ENO has grown
into a thriving business selling in major outdoor retailers.
“Moving from 2500 sq ft
to 18,000 square feet was a huge milestone in our company’s history. We have 15
full time employees and 5 part timers occupying a new building on Buxton. We
work with 8 rep agencies throughout the country.”
Throughout, ENO has remained committed
to its mission to help, inspire and motivate people to go outdoors and relax
with the highest quality hammocks and accessories in the industry. The company
fondly calls its loyal customers ENOpians.
“ENOpians are
the folks that have gotten us to where we are today. They are the users
that have spread the word about ENO on a grassroots levels and truly enjoy the
lifestyle that our products allow them to have.”
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