W. L. Gore and Associates

W. L. Gore and Associates (Gore) is a corporation based in Newark, Delaware. Established in 1958, by Bill and Vieve Gore, the firm specializes in fluoropolymer-based materials utilized in a wide array of high-value products, including Gore-Tex fabric, medical devices, filtration and venting products, and many other advanced technology solutions. By using proprietary technologies with the versatile polymer polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), the firm has created numerous products for medical implants, fabric laminates and cables, filtration, sealant, membrane, venting, and fiber technologies for diverse industries. The assets of the firm are managed by the executive team.