Ganni
Clothing · 68+ locations · Copenhagen, London, Paris, Amsterdam, New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago
Ganni's Copenhagen-cool image is real, but the label has been majority-owned by private equity firm L Catterton since 2017, which has been shopping the stake to new buyers since 2022. Co-founder Ditte Reffstrup still leads design as creative director; co-founder Nicolaj Reffstrup now focuses on sustainability strategy, not day-to-day operations.
The Big Picture
Private equity firm L Catterton has held a majority stake in Ganni since 2017 and has been trying to sell it since 2022; professional CEOs have cycled through three times since co-founder Nicolaj Reffstrup stepped down in 2018, most recently to an interim chief in April 2026. Co-founder Ditte Reffstrup still leads design as creative director. Glassdoor reviewers rate pay and culture at 2.4 out of 5. Ganni answers to whichever private equity buyer L Catterton lines up next.
The Dirty Details
Ownership
L CattertonPrivate Equity
L Catterton is the world's largest consumer-focused private equity firm, 40%-owned by luxury conglomerate LVMH and the Arnault family, with portfolio brands including Birkenstock. Its current and former holdings on Ferret span dining, fitness, and clothing, including two it has since sold (CorePower Yoga and Everlane).
Assets under management: ~$40B (2026)
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Company data last updated July 2026
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