Authentic Brands Group

Authentic Brands Group (ABG) is a brand development, marketing, and entertainment company headquartered in New York. Founded in 2010, ABG specializes in managing and enhancing the value of global brands across fashion, sports, and entertainment sectors. The company acquires and builds long-term value in prominent consumer brands through strategic partnerships and distribution programs. ABG focuses on creating compelling products and content, as well as providing immersive experiences to engage consumers effectively. Its original marketing strategies aim to drive success across various retail channels, including high-end department stores, specialty shops, and mass retailers. By leveraging its wide-ranging expertise, ABG aims to transform brands and ensure their relevance in the ever-evolving market landscape.

Jeff Daggett

Senior Vice President – Head of Japan

25 past transactions

Champion Europe

Acquisition in 2024
Champion Europe is a designer, marketer, and distributor of athletic apparel and accessories throughout Europe. The company focuses on creating sportswear that emphasizes performance, durability, and comfort. It offers a diverse range of products, including unique items developed using its patented reverse weave technique, reversible t-shirts, and breathable nylon mesh fabric uniforms. Champion Europe aims to meet the needs of athletes and fitness enthusiasts by providing high-quality apparel designed for optimal performance.

Rockport

Acquisition in 2023
Rockport creates and sells shoes.

Hunter Boot

Acquisition in 2023
Hunter Boot Limited is a UK-based company, established in 1856, that specializes in the design and manufacture of footwear and outerwear for men, women, and children. The company's product range includes rubber boots, shoes, sandals, coats, jackets, ponchos, and various accessories such as boot socks, bags, umbrellas, and boot care items. Hunter has established a strong brand presence and consumer appeal, selling its products through its own stores, online platforms, and a network of stockists. With offices in Edinburgh, London, New York, and Düsseldorf, Hunter Boot Limited maintains a significant international presence in the footwear industry.

Ted Baker

Acquisition in 2022
Ted Baker is a luxury clothing retail company that begins as a menswear brand. The company now offers a wide range of collections including menswear, womenswear, global, endurance, fashion, langley, accessories, fragrance, skinwear, footwear, eyewear, and watches. Ted Baker was founded in 1987 and is based in London.

IZOD

Acquisition in 2021
IZOD is a clothing company that specializes in dressy-casual apparel and sportswear for men. Known for its golf-inspired fashion, the brand has gained recognition for its iconic short-sleeved piqué polo shirt. In addition to clothing, IZOD offers a range of footwear and accessories, aiming to provide premium quality products to a mainstream audience. The company focuses on delivering versatile styles that cater to both casual and semi-formal occasions.

Geoffrey Beene

Acquisition in 2021
Geoffrey Beene is manufactures and sells apparel and accessories for women and men. Its products include dress shirts, neckwear, suits, pants, belts, wallets, gloves, sportswear, formal wear, knitwear, dress trousers, scarves, knit hats, sweaters, jewelry, socks, loungewear, eyewear, watches, fragrance, luggage, and accessories.

Brooks Brothers

Acquisition in 2020
In 1818, Henry Sands Brooks founded Brooks Brothers, the first ready-to-wear fashion emporium in America. Since then, they are proud to have become an institution that has shaped the American style of dress through fashion innovation, fine quality, personal service, and exceptional value in their products.

Lucky Brand Jeans

Acquisition in 2020
Staying true to the rich heritage and authentic spirit of denim, we began crafting great-fitting, vintage-inspired jeans in Los Angeles in 1990. We gave them their distinctively Lucky look by literally putting them through the wringer—ripping, fraying, sanding, patching and washing by hand—to give them true character and soul. Then, we added authentic hardware, personalized touches and playful details, and an American legend was born.

Sports Illustrated

Acquisition in 2019
Sports Illustrated is a prominent sports magazine based in New York, specializing in breaking news, original reporting, and insights across various sports. The organization is dedicated to delivering high-quality journalism and offers a unique perspective on the sports world. It reaches a weekly audience of nearly 21 million adults through its magazine and digital platforms. The website, SI.com, operates continuously, providing more than 150 original stories each week, ensuring that sports enthusiasts have access to timely and relevant content. In addition to its editorial offerings, Sports Illustrated also engages in the production of products and live events related to sports.

Bandolino

Acquisition in 2018
Bandolino is a trusted global fashion brands with an expertise in footwear.

The Frye Company

Acquisition in 2017
The Frye Company is a retail company specializing in shoes, boots, and bags.

Aeropostale

Acquisition in 2016
Aéropostale, Inc. is a specialty retailer focused on casual apparel and accessories, primarily aimed at young consumers aged 14 to 17 through its Aéropostale® stores and children aged 4 to 12 through its P.S. from Aéropostale™ stores. The company offers a curated selection of high-quality, active-oriented fashion and basics at competitive prices. Aéropostale® maintains control over its proprietary brands by designing, sourcing, marketing, and selling its products exclusively through its stores and online platforms. Currently, Aéropostale operates 914 locations in 50 states and Puerto Rico, along with 75 stores in Canada and 97 P.S. from Aéropostale™ stores across 22 states. Additionally, through various licensing agreements, Aéropostale has expanded its presence internationally with 20 stores in the Middle East, Asia, and Europe.

Jones New York

Acquisition in 2015
Jny Inc is an Investment Management company located in 2800 W Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, California, United States.

Muhammad Ali Enterprises

Acquisition in 2013
Muhammad Ali Enterprises LLC is involved in a global licensing program, merchandising, television, film, video and internet projects. The company was formerly known as G.O.A.T. LLC and later changed its name to Muhammad Ali Enterprises LLC in July, 2006. The company is based in New York, New York. As of November 19, 2013, Muhammad Ali Enterprises LLC operates as a subsidiary of Authentic Brands Group LLC.

Juicy Couture

Acquisition in 2013
Juicy Couture is a fashion brand that captures the vibrant and glamorous spirit of its Los Angeles roots. The company specializes in a wide range of products, including apparel, shoes, handbags, intimates, swimwear, fragrances, and accessories. It caters to women, girls, and babies, offering a diverse selection that combines everyday style with a touch of luxury. Juicy Couture is known for its distinctive designs that embody a playful yet elegant aesthetic, appealing to those who seek both comfort and fashion in their wardrobes.
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