American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. announced the appointment of Fred Grover as President of the company’s Bluenotes subsidiary. Mr. Grover succeeds Ms. Lora Tisi.
Mr. Grover joins Bluenotes from American Eagle’s Men’s Merchandising Division, where he held the position of Vice President/General Merchandising Manager since 1993, rising to Senior Vice President in 2002. Prior to his executive role in men’s merchandising, he held various senior positions in men’s and women’s merchandising and store operations since joining the company in 1978.
Roger Markfield, Co-Chief Executive Officer of American Eagle Outfitters commented, “Fred played a major role in the repositioning of the American Eagle brand during the mid 1990’s. Under Fred’s leadership, American Eagle’s men’s business achieved significant growth, and enjoyed many years of success. I am confident that with his merchandising talent and broad retail experience, Fred will successfully lead the repositioning of the Bluenotes brand.”
