Jay L. Schottenstein to Be Inducted into World Retail Hall of Fame

Jay L. Schottenstein, Executive Chairman of the Board, CEO of American Eagle Outfitters, Inc., will be inducted later this month into the World Retail Hall of Fame, which celebrates the achievements of leaders who have contributed significantly to the industry’s greatest companies and brands. The Hall of Fame is an integral part of World Retail Congress’s annual program and Schottenstein is being inducted this year alongside two other retail visionaries, Jean-Paul Agon, Chairman of L’Oréal, and Supaluck Umpujh, Chairwoman of The Mall Group.

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Jay Schottenstein, Executive Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer - AEO Inc. / Photo courtesy of AEO Inc.

Schottenstein and the other inductees were selected for their talent, perseverance and commitment to leading truly high-performing retail businesses. The inductees will accept the accolade at the exclusive World Retail Congress Hall of Fame ceremony on April 15, 2024, in Paris, joining 51 other Hall of Fame members.

“It is an incredible honor to be recognized alongside retail’s most influential global leaders and innovators,” said Schottenstein. “My induction into the World Retail Hall of Fame is an acknowledgement of my family’s lasting impact on – and deep love for – this industry. I am especially appreciative of the many people, businesses and brands I have had the great fortune to work with and guide over my career. Our associates’ passion for creating exceptional products and delivering the very best experiences to our customers is what inspires me to lead with purpose, integrity and determination each day. I’ve never considered this business ‘work’ – it is my life’s passion. I’ve dedicated myself to the retail industry and am proud to continue helping shape its future alongside the next generation of leaders.”

“It’s a true pleasure and privilege to celebrate the outstanding contributions Jay Schottenstein has made to the retail industry,” said Ian McGarrigle, Chairman of World Retail Congress. “Jay has been a respected industry leader for more than four decades. He is well known as an innovator and has built multiple iconic brands through an unwavering commitment to quality, value and exceptional customer service. Jay’s career is a testament to what it truly means to lead with foresight and agility, and we know his remarkable achievements will continue to inspire retailers all over the world to embrace change and navigate the future with confidence.”