One of the country’s largest headwear suppliers, and one of Bentonville’s beat-kept businesses, Outdoor Cap Co., is celebrating its 45th birthday this year. 

• How it's grown: Outdoor Cap came from small beginnings in 1977 and now has over 14,000 business customers across multiple distribution channels and is licensed to sell and distribute for over 100 organizations. The company produces and sells between 45 and 50 million caps annually. 
• Looking forward: More than 400 employees in Northwest Arkansas work for Outdoor Cap, and many are long-tenured. The company recently named its first female president and is using the milestone of 45 years to enhance momentum for future growth.

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