Jay Schottenstein | |
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| Born | 1954 (age 68–69) |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | Indiana University Bloomington (BS '76) |
| Occupation | businessman |
| Known for | CEO of Schottenstein Stores Corp. CEO of American Eagle Outfitters CEO of American Signature |
| Spouse | Jeanie Rabe |
| Children | Joseph Schottenstein Jonathan Schottenstein Jeffrey Schottenstein |
| Parent(s) | Geraldine Hoffman Schottenstein Jerome Schottenstein |
| Family | Jon P. Diamond (brother-in-law) |
Jay Schottenstein (born 1954) is an entrepreneur from Columbus, Ohio. He is the chairman and CEO of Schottenstein Stores Corporation, American Eagle Outfitters, and American Signature. He is the Executive Chairman of Designer Brands.[1][2][3]
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Early life
Schottenstein was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, to a Jewish family,[4][5] the son of Geraldine (née Hurwitz) and Jerome Schottenstein. His father, uncles, and grandfather established Schottenstein Stores Corporation.[6] Schottenstein graduated from Indiana University Bloomington in 1976.[3]
Career
In 1976, Schottenstein began working in his father's business, joining Value City Furniture.[7][citation needed]
Schottenstein became chairman of American Eagle Outfitters in 1992 and held the position of CEO from 1992 to 2002, and since December 2015.[2] In 1993, after his father's death, he replaced his father as head of Schottenstein Stores Corporation.[6][3] Since 2005, he has served as chairman of DSW.
Schottenstein oversees a network of businesses that include American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE:AEO), Designer Brands (NYSE:DBI), American Signature and Value City Furniture, SB360 Capital Partners and Schottenstein Property Group.[3]
Personal life
Jay Schottenstein is married to Jeanie Schottenstein (née Rabe).[3] Schottenstein is a philanthropist and gives to local, national, and international charities.[3]
References
- ^ "Schottenstein family". Forbes. Retrieved 2021-05-06.
- ^ a b "Schottenstein Named CEO of American Eagle". www.bizjournals.com. Retrieved 2021-05-06.
- ^ a b c d e f Ghose, Dave. "Giving 2019: Jay and Jeanie Schottenstein Share Why They Give". Columbus Monthly. Retrieved 2021-05-06.
- ^ "Jewish 100: Jay Philanthropy". The Algemeiner. Retrieved 8 October 2013.
- ^ Cleveland Jewish News: "The 30-plus most influential Jews in America" December 27, 2001
- ^ a b Lambert, Bruce (1992-03-13). "J. M. Schottenstein, Who Headed Chain Of Stores, Dies at 66". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2021-05-06.
- ^ "LEADERS Interview with Jay L. Schottenstein, Chairman, Schottenstein Stores Corporation". www.leadersmag.com. Retrieved 2021-05-06.
External links
- Forbes article (Broken Link)
- Yeshiva University news
- "The Wasteland" on Forbes
- Jay L. Schottenstein - Honorary Director
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