General
In 1998, Dougan Clarke approached his former boss and nearly lifelong mentor with a proposition. Dougan had an idea to apply their shared knowledge of marine rigging and nautical engineering to designing the world’s most durable patio umbrellas. The Ultimate Umbrella Company, Inc. (Tuuci) was born, with a mission to create beautiful, endlessly serviceable umbrellas. We’ve since expanded our original vision to include hammocks, cabanas, lounges, shade sculptures, garden planters and spacemaking accessories that reflect the beauty of ocean life. To celebrate Tuuci’s 25th year, we share four of the key values that have shaped our company and will continue to guide us for decades to come.