Mandate

Vinge advises Gotoga in conjunction with acquisition of Hope

November 23, 2018 M&A

Vinge has advised the newly-formed company Gotoga, where the ownership structure consists of the existing majority owner in Whyred, in conjunction with its acquisition of the Swedish parent company Hope

Up until now, Hope has been owned by Ann Ringstrand and Stefan Söderberg, who founded the company in 2001, as well as the private equity company Varenne. Over the years, Hope has distinguished itself through its clear silhouettes and its sharp and distinctive designs, and at the beginning of 2018, the company’s designer Frida Bard was awarded the prestigious award Designer of the Year at the Elle gala. 

Vinge’s team consisted of partner Daniel Rosvall together with associates Samra Baytar and Elsie Nassar.
 

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