Jay Schottenstein
Jay Schottenstein | |
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| Born | 1954 (age 71–72) |
| Education | Indiana University, Bloomington (BS) |
| Known for | CEO of Schottenstein Stores Corp. CEO of American Eagle Outfitters CEO of American Signature |
| Spouse | Jeanie Rabe |
| Children | 3 |
| Father | Jerome Schottenstein |
| Relatives | 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]
Early life
[edit | edit source]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
[edit | edit source]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
[edit | edit source]Jay Schottenstein is married to Jeanie Schottenstein (née Rabe).[3] Schottenstein is a philanthropist and gives to local, national, and international charities.[3]
References
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External links
[edit | edit source]- Forbes article (Broken Link)
- Yeshiva University news
- "The Wasteland" on Forbes
- Jay L. Schottenstein - Honorary Director
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- Kelley School of Business alumni
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