Moose Knuckles, the globally recognized luxury outerwear brand renowned for its uncompromising performance and bold design ethos, today announced the appointment of Ellen Kinney as Chief Executive Officer.
A seasoned executive with more than two decades of experience leading high-growth fashion brands, Kinney joins Moose Knuckles following her tenure as President and CEO of A.L.C., where she drove expansive growth across DTC and wholesale channels while enhancing operational excellence. Her prior leadership roles include CEO of Kendall + Kylie, EVP and Chief Merchant at Derek Lam International, and strategic posts at Rebecca Taylor, Scoop, and others, reflecting a career built on brand elevation and cross-functional execution.
“Moose Knuckles is a brand with tremendous creative energy, global resonance, and untapped potential,” said Ellen Kinney, Chief Executive Officer, Moose Knuckles. “I’m honoured to take on this role and excited to work alongside such a talented team as we shape the next chapter of growth, innovation, and cultural impact.”
“Ellen is a dynamic and proven leader with exceptional merchandising instincts and a deep understanding of premium consumer brands,” added Victor Luis, chairman of Moose Knuckles. “Her ability to blend creativity with commercial strategy makes her the ideal CEO to lead Moose Knuckles through this continued phase of growth.”
“Since Cathay Capital partnered with Moose Knuckles, the brand has leveraged its status as a bold Canadian icon to become a truly global name, embraced by consumers who prize multicultural spirit, bold attitude, distinctive style, and exceptional craftsmanship,” added Jean-Marc Prunet, Partner at Cathay Capital. “Ellen combines exceptional creative talent with a sharp understanding of today’s consumer, enabling her to make the brand even more desirable and culturally relevant. Her proven ability to scale premium fashion houses while honoring their DNA makes her the ideal leader to accelerate our geographic and consumer expansion.”
Kinney will be based at Moose Knuckles’ global headquarters in Montréal, overseeing all facets of brand operations, product development, and international expansion as the company continues to accelerate momentum across North America, Europe, and Asia.
