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Heather Reisman
Oprichter bij
INDIGO BOOKS & MUSIC
Vermogen: 105 M $ op 31-08-2026
Profiel
Heather M.
Reisman was the founder of Indigo Books & Music, Inc., founded in 1996, holding titles including Executive Chairman (2022-2023) and Chief Executive Officer & Director (2023-present).
Ms. Reisman was the founder of Paradigm Consulting, Inc. (United States), founded in 1979, with the title of Managing Director in 1992.
Ms. Reisman is the founder of Canadian Children's Literacy Foundation, founded in 2017, holding the title of Co-Chairman since 2017.
Ms. Reisman is also the founder of Rakuten Kobo, Inc...
Current jobs include Chief Executive Officer at Chapters Indigo CA, Non-Independent Director at ONEX Corp.
since 2003, and Director at The National Library of Israel.
Former jobs include Director at Magna International, Inc., J.
Crew Group, Inc., Rogers Communications, Inc., Mount Sinai Hospital (Canada), Suncor Energy, Inc., and Sinai Health System (Canada); President at Primo Water Corp.
from 1990 to 1992; Governor at Toronto Stock Exchange, Inc. and McGill University; and Member of the Order of Canada.
Bekende belangen in openbare bedrijven
| Onderneming | Datum | Aantal aandelen | Totale waarde | Waarderingsdatum |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ONEX CORPORATION 1,68% | 02-07-2026 | 1.282.016 ( 1,68% ) | 105 M $ | 31-08-2026 |
Actieve functies van Heather Reisman
| Bedrijven | Functie | Begin |
|---|---|---|
| ONEX CORPORATION | Directeur/Bestuurslid | 01-05-2003 |
| INDIGO BOOKS & MUSIC | Oprichter | 01-01-1996 |
The National Library of Israel
 The National Library of Israel Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Engages in collecting of cultural treasures of Israel and Jewish heritages | Directeur/Bestuurslid | - |
Canadian Children's Literacy Foundation
 Canadian Children's Literacy Foundation Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Canadian Children's Literacy Foundation is a national registered charity dedicated to advancing early literacy across Canada, with a focus on closing literacy gaps among children in low socio-economic communities and those facing challenges related to cultural identity, geographic isolation, and health conditions. The non-profit company is based in Toronto, Canada. The foundation collaborates with healthcare providers, early years educators, families, communities, and government agencies to remove barriers and build pathways to strong reading skills through advocacy, evidence-based programs, research, and policy influence. Its flagship initiative, the "Early Words" program, supports healthcare professionals and early years educators by providing training, practical resources, books, and clinic tools to promote early language and literacy development in children aged 0–5. The program operates in over 150 clinics across 12 provinces and territories, integrating culturally reflective materials, especially in Indigenous and remote communities, and is guided by a health leaders council of physicians. The foundation also offers a comprehensive online resource library with multilingual materials for healthcare providers, educators, families, and caregivers, emphasizing interactive and inclusive literacy activities. Beyond program delivery, the foundation engages in research and policy work addressing systemic barriers to literacy, foundational skill development by age five, and the economic importance of early literacy, participating in government consultations, hosting roundtables, and publishing reports to influence national literacy policy and investment. The Canadian company was founded in 2017 by Chris Hadfield, Heather E. L. Munroe-Blum, Heather M. Reisman. Ariel R. Siller has been the CEO of the company since 2019. | Oprichter | 01-01-2017 |
chapters.indigo.ca
 chapters.indigo.ca Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Operates as an Internet retailer of books | Algemeen Directeur | - |
Eerdere bekende functies van Heather Reisman
| Bedrijven | Functie | Einde |
|---|---|---|
| INDIGO BOOKS & MUSIC | Algemeen Directeur | 05-09-2022 |
Paradigm Consulting, Inc. (United States)
 Paradigm Consulting, Inc. (United States) Investment ManagersFinance Provides investment advice | Oprichter | 01-01-1992 |
| PRIMO BRANDS CORPORATION | President | 01-01-1992 |
Mount Sinai Hospital (Canada)
 Mount Sinai Hospital (Canada) Hospital/Nursing ManagementHealth Services Operates hospital | Directeur/Bestuurslid | - |
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Beursgenoteerde bedrijven
Bedrijven in privébezit
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Eerstegraads connecties
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Verwante bedrijven
| Bedrijven in privébezit | 17 |
|---|---|
Primo Water Corp.
 Primo Water Corp. Beverages: Non-AlcoholicConsumer Non-Durables Manufactures and sells carbonated beverages | Consumer Non-Durables |
Magna International, Inc.
 Magna International, Inc. Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing Designs, manufactures and distributes automotive systems, components and assemblies | Producer Manufacturing |
ONEX Corp.
 ONEX Corp. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Operates as a private equity company which invests in several industries | Finance |
J. Crew Group, Inc.
 J. Crew Group, Inc. Apparel/Footwear RetailRetail Trade Retails apparel, footwear and accessories through online | Retail Trade |
Indigo Books & Music, Inc.
 Indigo Books & Music, Inc. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Retails books through offline & online | Retail Trade |
Rogers Communications, Inc.
 Rogers Communications, Inc. Wireless TelecommunicationsCommunications Provides wireless communications, cable and media services | Communications |
Toronto Stock Exchange, Inc.
 Toronto Stock Exchange, Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Operates as a stock exchange | Finance |
chapters.indigo.ca
chapters.indigo.ca Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Operates as an Internet retailer of books | Technology Services |
McGill University
 McGill University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Order of Canada
 Order of Canada Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Honorary society | Commercial Services |
Mount Sinai Hospital (Canada)
Mount Sinai Hospital (Canada) Hospital/Nursing ManagementHealth Services Operates hospital | Health Services |
Paradigm Consulting, Inc. (United States)
Paradigm Consulting, Inc. (United States) Investment ManagersFinance Provides investment advice | Finance |
Suncor Energy, Inc.
 Suncor Energy, Inc. Integrated OilEnergy Minerals Explores and refines oil and gas | Energy Minerals |
Rakuten Kobo, Inc.
 Rakuten Kobo, Inc. Publishing: Books/MagazinesConsumer Services Provides eReading services | Consumer Services |
The National Library of Israel
The National Library of Israel Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Engages in collecting of cultural treasures of Israel and Jewish heritages | Commercial Services |
Sinai Health System (Canada)
 Sinai Health System (Canada) Hospital/Nursing ManagementHealth Services Operates general hospitals | Health Services |
Canadian Children's Literacy Foundation
Canadian Children's Literacy Foundation Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Canadian Children's Literacy Foundation is a national registered charity dedicated to advancing early literacy across Canada, with a focus on closing literacy gaps among children in low socio-economic communities and those facing challenges related to cultural identity, geographic isolation, and health conditions. The non-profit company is based in Toronto, Canada. The foundation collaborates with healthcare providers, early years educators, families, communities, and government agencies to remove barriers and build pathways to strong reading skills through advocacy, evidence-based programs, research, and policy influence. Its flagship initiative, the "Early Words" program, supports healthcare professionals and early years educators by providing training, practical resources, books, and clinic tools to promote early language and literacy development in children aged 0–5. The program operates in over 150 clinics across 12 provinces and territories, integrating culturally reflective materials, especially in Indigenous and remote communities, and is guided by a health leaders council of physicians. The foundation also offers a comprehensive online resource library with multilingual materials for healthcare providers, educators, families, and caregivers, emphasizing interactive and inclusive literacy activities. Beyond program delivery, the foundation engages in research and policy work addressing systemic barriers to literacy, foundational skill development by age five, and the economic importance of early literacy, participating in government consultations, hosting roundtables, and publishing reports to influence national literacy policy and investment. The Canadian company was founded in 2017 by Chris Hadfield, Heather E. L. Munroe-Blum, Heather M. Reisman. Ariel R. Siller has been the CEO of the company since 2019. | Commercial Services |
