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- L.L. Bean has grown from a small-town business to an international outdoor brand.
- The company is still owned and largely managed by descendants of founder Leon Leonwood Bean.
- Here's a look at the family behind the maker of Bean Boots.
L.L. Bean field jackets, shoes, and other outdoor apparel are popular — even stylish — for many consumers.