The change in leadership comes as the company continues its expansion plans into the U.S., which helped boost its net revenue growth in its last quarter by 66.1% from a year earlier. Aritzia currently has 85,082,023 subordinate voting shares and 24,978,049 multiple voting shares. Formerly backed by Berkshire Partners, Aritzia completed its $400 million IPO on TSX in October 2016 by way of a secondary offering by Berkshire and Hill at $16 per share. Shortly after returning from school, in 1984, Hill, with his brother Ross, opened the first Aritzia boutique in Oakridge Centre,[2] an upscale shopping mall in Vancouver, BC. After the opening of its first location in 1984, the company has grown steadily in its thirty years of operation, servicing a demographic of young women and employing more than 2,300 staff. Remains Aritzia's largest shareholder with approximately 18.7% equity interest . [4] Despite this obstacle, Aritzia has expanded to 105 locations across North America as of Nov. 28, 2021. As a group, they have a few things in common: an effortless appeal, a focus on fit and an of-the-moment point ofview. In 1984, Brian Hill opened the first standalone Aritzia boutique in Oakridge Centre an upscale shopping mall in his hometown. Upon entering an Aritzia-owned store its easy to get swept away in the electric vibe. Aritzia announced that its founder and CEO, Brian Hill, is stepping down after leading the fashion brand for 38 years. The subordinate voting shares represent approximately 0.9% of the outstanding subordinate voting shares and the multiple voting shares represent approximately 100.0% of the outstanding multiple voting shares, in each case, on a non-diluted basis. "It also ensures further alignment of Mr. Hills interests to those of our shareholders, while being designed to reward substantial and sustained stock price growth.". The soundtrack in our boutiques? The Shares will be offered by way of a short form prospectus in all of the provinces and territories of Canada and may also be offered by way of private placement in the United States and internationally as permitted. Brian James Beaumont Hill is Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer of the Company. Unauthorized distribution, transmission or republication strictly prohibited. As climate change drives ever-worse wildfires in B.C., land is left unable to withstand heavy rains and snowmelts. Brian Hill Founder & Executive Chair Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada 1K followers 96 connections Join to connect Aritzia Company Website Experience Founder & Executive Chair Aritzia 1984. Chalk it up to a lifetime in the fashion industry, but the mans obviously got a knack Aritzias revenue per square foot is four times the industry average. A few decades later, that idea hasnt changed. We pride ourselves on creating immersive, human and highly personal shopping experiences, both in our boutiques and on aritzia.com with a focus on delivering Everyday Luxury. To encourage thoughtful and respectful conversations, first and last names will appear with each submission to CBC/Radio-Canada's online communities (except in children and youth-oriented communities). Following the closing the offering and assuming no exercise of the over-allotment option, Aritzia will have 88,122,723 subordinate voting shares and 21,937,349 multiple voting shares outstanding. Hills foray into the fashion business started by helping out his dad Jim Hill, the founder of the luxury retail company Hills of Kerrisdale. Since 2016, he's only collected a $1 annual salary and $1 annual bonusas the boss of Aritzia Inc., which was launched in 1984. The oldest executive at Aritzia, Inc. is AldoBensadoun, 79, who is the Independent Director. Founder and Executive Chair of Aritzia. Under his leadership, Aritzia has become one of the most successful fashion retailers in North America. [2] Nearing the end of the 1990s, Aritzia was expanded nationally, and then in 2005, it was expanded internationally to establish boutiques in the United States. EXCELLENCEWe relentlessly pursue world-class results. Hill and his family founded Aritzia in 1984, while Wong started at the company in 1987 as a part-time sales associate. The idea was simple: offer beautiful clothes in aspirational . It's why our clothes look and feel sogood. Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. "Each multiple voting share represents ten votes on all matters upon which holders of shares in the capital of Aritzia are entitled to vote and is convertible into one subordinate voting share at any time at the sole option of the holder," Aritzia said in a June 1 news release, which updated Hill's multiple voting and subordinate voting share ownership following the closing of a secondary offering. Our architects and designers consider each boutique individually, creating a bespoke mix of local influences, natural materials, custom furniture andart. Now, a public Company and household name with over 100 stores across North America and a global eCommerce platform, Aritzia continues to serve Everyday Luxury to communities near andfar. The multiple voting shares will represent approximately 100.0% of the outstanding multiple voting shares. Last updated: 1 March 2023 at 11:00am EST. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) Aritzia Inc. (Aritzia or the Company) (TSX: ATZ), a vertically integrated, innovative design house of exclusive fashion brands offering Everyday Luxury in its boutiques and online, today announced that certain entities owned and/or controlled, directly or indirectly, by Brian Hill, Founder, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of Aritzia, or Brian Hill and his immediate family (collectively, the Selling Shareholders), have entered into an agreement with CIBC Capital Markets (the Underwriter), pursuant to which the Underwriter has agreed to purchase on a bought deal basis an aggregate of 3,040,700 subordinate voting shares of the Company (Shares) held by the Selling Shareholders at an offering price of $30.00 per Share (the Offering Price) for total gross proceeds to the Selling Shareholders of $91,221,000 (the Offering). Thank you for your patience as we work towards bringing this back. I walked into Starbucks laughing like a goofball around 9:40 am, you were sitting by the door Facebook comments not loading? . Copyright 2023 Buzz Connected Media Inc. Jennifer Wong, said Hill in a statement. Please turn it on so that you can experience the full capabilities of this site. (It's kind of why we're here.). CREATIVITYCreativity is at the core of everything we do. We fill our boutiques with original paintings, sculpture and prints. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Helen Kelly The first, of course, is Lululemon. "She had an ability to cut out the noise. He is a Canadian businessman and entrepreneur. Please note that CBC does not endorse the opinions expressed in comments. According to BC business, young Hill spent his days sorting hangers and washing windows at the store while learning about business from his father. Big news: We now ship to more than 220 countries. The founder, chairman, and CEO of one of Vancouver's most successful clothing companies doesn't often step into the spotlight. Audience Relations, CBC P.O. When he owned 100 per cent of the company, in order to expand he would have had to put the entire enterprise on the line, and after 25 years, he says, he wasnt prepared to risk his lifes work. INTEGRITYWe always do what we believe is right. Its turned out to be one of the most influential purchasing and affluent demographics. There is something cagey about Hill. Celebrities like Jennifer Lopez and Camila Mendes have sported the fashion brand. Pesto is slathered on the hot out-of-the-oven pizza, giving it a burst of garlicky aroma. The Vancouver-based company, which went public in 2016, says president and chief operating officer Jennifer Wong will step into the CEO role, while Hill will stay on as executive chair of the board. Brian Hill is a descendant of the founder of the Hill's of Kerrisdale clothing shop. VANCOUVER - Aritzia Inc. says founder and chief executive Brian Hill is stepping down from the role after leading the clothing retailer for 38 years. We fill our boutiques with original paintings, sculpture and prints. 500-245 Fairview Mall Drive, Toronto, Ontario M2J 4T1 | 647-872-6300, Confirmation Required - check your junk folder should you NOT receive our confirmation email, Retail Funds, MICs, Public Traded Funds, Private Debt/Royalty Fund, Koomi/MYR secures $1.25M seed financing led by Segovia Capital, OMERS and AIMCO to sell Environmental Resources Management to KKR. By submitting a comment, you accept that CBC has the right to reproduce and publish that comment in whole or in part, in any manner CBC chooses. (It's kind of why we're here.). Mr. Hill has a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Economics from Queens University. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Each multiple voting share represents ten votes on all matters upon which holders of shares in the capital of Aritzia are entitled to vote and is convertible into one subordinate voting share at any time at the sole option of the holder. Aritzia Inc. founder Brian Hill said he will step aside as chief executive after 38 years at the helm of the clothing chain, initiating a leadership transition that will see president and COO Jennifer Wong elevated to CEO later this month. 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Hill will continue in a new role of executive chair, focusing on product, marketing, real estate and business development, according to the release. Text HELP for help or STOP to opt out. 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Aritzia today also released fourth-quarter and fiscal 2022 financial data, for the period that ended February 27. Remains Aritzia's largest shareholder with approximately 20% equity interest. Aritzia CommunityTM is committed to supporting organizations that help women and girls succeed at work and in life and mental wellbeing. We reserve the right to close comments at any time. NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION IN THE UNITED STATES. he is a third-generation retailer, has led us since the Hill family opened the first Aritzia boutique in Vancouver in 1984. Follow us on Spotify to hear what we'replaying. Brian Hill is a Canadian entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of Vancouver-based clothing company Aritzia. When Brian Hill opened the first standalone boutique in 1984, the idea was simple: offer beautiful clothes . The Selling Shareholders have granted the Underwriter an over-allotment option, exercisable at the Offering Price for a period of 30 days following the closing of the Offering, to purchase up to an additional 10% of the Offering to cover over-allotments, if any, and for market stabilization purposes. Comments on this story are moderated according to our Submission Guidelines.