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Behind the relaunch: Joseph Ribkoff’s CEO talks sports, e-commerce and retail debuts

When Stephen Belfer was appointed as VP, global sales and business development for Joseph Ribkoff in November 2025, he didn’t think that just weeks later he would actually be taking up the helm of the Canadian heritage label. “I guess somebody had a different plan for me,” he joked in a conversation with FashionUnited. Now serving as president...

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Joseph Ribkoff names new CEO amid strategic relaunch

Canadian fashion brand Joseph Ribkoff has announced a strategic relaunch, alongside the appointment of Stephen Belfer as chief executive officer, signalling a new phase of global growth and digital development. The relaunch reflects a renewed direction for the heritage label, with a focus on modernising its brand identity, expanding e-commerce...

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Canadian fashion house Joseph Ribkoff strengthens leadership team

Canadian fashion house Joseph Ribkoff has announced the appointment of two seasoned executives to its senior leadership team, signaling a major push for global expansion and brand elevation. The move is designed to accelerate the brand’s momentum in the premium contemporary womenswear market. Stephen Belfer has been named vice president of...

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Joseph Ribkoff secures fresh funding from Novacap and other investors

Women's fashion brand Joseph Ribkoff has announced a new round of investment from long term investors Novacap and Fonds de Solidarité FTQ, and from new investor DNA Partners. The company said in a statement that under the leadership of Emmanuel Amzallag, who was appointed as CEO in early 2023, Joseph Ribkoff has embarked on significant...

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John Gunn named CEO of Joseph Ribkoff

Canadian women’s fashion brand Ribkoff has announced the appointment of John Gunn as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer. The development happened after private equity investor, Novacap acquired a majority stake in the company. "We continue to emphasize Joseph Ribkoff's continued commitment to the brand to develop the best ready-to-wear...

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Novacap picks majority stake in Joseph Ribkoff

Canadian private equity investor, Novacap has announced that it has picked a majority stake in Joseph Ribkoff, one of Canada's leading women's fashion brand. Without mentioning the financial details of this transaction, the company added, the deal is financed by the Novacap Industries IV Fund, in partnership with the Fonds de solidarité FTQ,...