Remo Ruffini (businessman)

Remo Ruffini
Born	Como, Italy
Occupation	Entrepreneur
Known for	Chairman and CEO of Moncler

Remo Ruffini (born August 1961 in Como) is an Italian billionaire entrepreneur, serving as the chairman and CEO of the fashion brand Moncler, and he holds ownership of Double R Srl.

Early life

He is the son of Gianfranco Ruffini, who owned a US-based apparel company during the 1970s, and Enrica, who was also involved in the clothing industry.

Career

Ruffini’s professional journey started in the United States at his father’s firm. At age 23, he moved back to Italy and established New England, a company he later sold to Stefanel Group after 16 years. Concurrently, he took on a role as creative consultant for Moncler’s parent company.

In 2003, Ruffini purchased Moncler when the brand was facing financial difficulties and successfully rejuvenated it. He introduced Moncler Gamme Rouge in 2006 and Gamme Blue in 2009; both lines were eventually discontinued to make way for the Moncler Genius project launched in 2018. The year 2010 saw the debut of Moncler Grenoble in New York, a collection focused on technical ski wear and après-ski apparel that combined traditional elements with contemporary design.

Ruffini led Moncler through its initial public offering on Milan’s stock exchange in December 2013, where shares rose by 47% on opening day, establishing one of Italy’s most prosperous IPOs. His inclusion in the Forbes World's Billionaires list followed in 2014.

The Moncler Genius initiative, started in 2018, features monthly collaborations with prominent designers who reinterpret the brand’s essence. Since that year, Ruffini has also held a position on the board of Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana.

In 2019, Moncler became a member of the Fashion Pact to promote sustainability efforts, with Ruffini participating on its steering committee until 2023.

December 2020 marked Moncler's acquisition of Stone Island for €1.15 billion; Stone Island’s president Carlo Rivetti joined as a shareholder in Ruffini’s Double R.

In July 2023, Ruffini was honored with an honorary doctorate in "Arts in Fashion and Entrepreneurship" by the University for the Creative Arts in London.

Personal life

Ruffini lives in Como with his wife and their two children. He owns a 180-foot yacht named Atlante, which was launched in 2015.

Awards

He earned the title of Entrepreneur of the Year for Italy in 2017 and received the Business Leader award at the British Fashion Awards in 2019, followed by the Trailblazer Award in 2024.

Honours

Knight of Labour (Cavaliere del lavoro) - Order of Merit for Labour