lululemon athletica, Inc. engages in the business of designing, distributing, and retailing technical athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia and currently employs 39,000 full-time employees. The company went IPO on 2007-05-01. The firm organizes its operations into four regional markets: the Americas, China Mainland, Asia Pacific (APAC), and Europe and the Middle East (EMEA). The company conducts its business through a number of different channels in each market, including Company-operated stores, e-commerce, temporary locations, wholesale, outlets, a re-commerce program, and license and supply arrangements. The firm offers a comprehensive line of technical athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories marketed under the lululemon brand. Its apparel assortment includes items such as pants, shorts, tops, and jackets designed for a healthy lifestyle, including athletic activities such as yoga, running, training, and most other activities. The company also offers apparel designed for being on the move and fitness-inspired accessories. The company operates stores in the United States, Canada, China Mainland, Australia, and South Korea.