The Maverick of Merchandising

Millard (“Mickey”) Drexler, the former CEO of J.Crew Group, Inc., and founder of Madewell, has shaped contemporary American style. He’s legendary for his discerning eye, hands-on leadership, and unwavering commitment to the customer. “I’m curious about everything. Curiosity is finding answers to things,“ sayas Drexler. In this broad-ranging talk, Drexler discusses his remarkable career building brands, merchandising with emotion, and connecting with the consumer.