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Men's Wearhouse: George Zimmer

How I Built This · 15 Apr 2019 · 1h 03m

What this episode covers

George Zimmer, founder of Men's Wearhouse, explains how he built a multi-billion dollar discount suit empire by introducing 'everyday low prices' and a unique 'shirt stacking' sales model, while serving as the brand's charismatic face. After being ousted from the company he founded in 2013, Zimmer launched Generation Tux, an online tuxedo rental service, and reflects on the failures of Men's Wearhouse's post-acquisition strategy and the need for capitalism to evolve beyond short-term shareholder focus.

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Men's Wearhouse, Generation Tux, K&G, Joseph A Bank, Macy's, Whole Foods
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