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Mickey Drexler

CEO, Alex Mill

Hailed as the ‘man who dressed America,’ he turned around multiple mass brands like the Gap before transforming J. Crew into a cult hit.

Mickey Drexler
Workplace & Talent

Gap Inc. Chief Executive Art Peck Exits

Robert J. Fisher, Gap Inc.'s non-executive chairman of the board, will replace Peck as interim CEO and president.

Workplace & Talent

Gap Inc. Chief Executive Art Peck Exits

Robert J. Fisher, Gap Inc.'s non-executive chairman of the board, will replace Peck as interim CEO and president.


News & Analysis

Can Fashion’s Latest Sustainability Drive Make a Difference?

Brands are signing up to sustainability initiatives like they’re invitations to fashion week’s hottest parties. The jury’s out on whether their commitments will translate into real industry reform.

News & Analysis

Can Fashion’s Latest Sustainability Drive Make a Difference?

Brands are signing up to sustainability initiatives like they’re invitations to fashion week’s hottest parties. The jury’s out on whether their commitments will translate into real industry reform.


News & Analysis

Outdoor Voices Says 'The Exercise Dress' Is a Hit. But Is it Enough?

The unexpected success of a seemingly niche item has strengthened the already-powerful Outdoor Voices brand. However, the label has a way to go in terms of scaling.

News & Analysis

Outdoor Voices Says 'The Exercise Dress' Is a Hit. But Is it Enough?

The unexpected success of a seemingly niche item has strengthened the already-powerful Outdoor Voices brand. However, the label has a way to go in terms of scaling.


Retail

Six Things to Know About Selling Clothes in a Tough Market

Recently relaunched Alex Mill has enjoyed enough early success to open its first retail store ahead of schedule. But even with the backing of retail guru Mickey Drexler, startup life isn’t always easy.

Retail

Six Things to Know About Selling Clothes in a Tough Market

Recently relaunched Alex Mill has enjoyed enough early success to open its first retail store ahead of schedule. But even with the backing of retail guru Mickey Drexler, startup life isn’t always easy.


Retail

J.Crew Is Nowhere Near Turnaround

As the brand’s losses widen and margins shrink, a search for a new CEO continues.

Retail

J.Crew Is Nowhere Near Turnaround

As the brand’s losses widen and margins shrink, a search for a new CEO continues.


Retail

Gap and Old Navy Are Breaking Up

Gap Inc will spin out Old Navy, the company said Thursday, in an effort to bolster both the growing Old Navy and fading Gap brands.

Retail

Gap and Old Navy Are Breaking Up

Gap Inc will spin out Old Navy, the company said Thursday, in an effort to bolster both the growing Old Navy and fading Gap brands.


News & Analysis

How to Address Fashion's Racism Problem

It’s time for fashion brands to get serious about improving their cultural IQ.

News & Analysis

How to Address Fashion's Racism Problem

It’s time for fashion brands to get serious about improving their cultural IQ.


Retail

Mickey Drexler-Backed Line Takes on J.Crew

Former J.Crew designer Somsack Sikhounmuong has partnered with founder Alex Drexler to relaunch Alex Mill, expanding the label into women’s for the first time.

Retail

Mickey Drexler-Backed Line Takes on J.Crew

Former J.Crew designer Somsack Sikhounmuong has partnered with founder Alex Drexler to relaunch Alex Mill, expanding the label into women’s for the first time.


Retail

Stefan Larsson in Talks to Be the Next CEO of J.Crew

Should the conversation advance, Larsson, who left Ralph Lauren in 2017 following disagreements with its founder, would be inheriting yet another American brand in desperate need of a turnaround.

Retail

Stefan Larsson in Talks to Be the Next CEO of J.Crew

Should the conversation advance, Larsson, who left Ralph Lauren in 2017 following disagreements with its founder, would be inheriting yet another American brand in desperate need of a turnaround.


Retail

J.Crew Chairman Mickey Drexler Steps Down

The former chief executive is retiring to focus on his investment and advisory firm, Drexler Ventures.

Retail

J.Crew Chairman Mickey Drexler Steps Down

The former chief executive is retiring to focus on his investment and advisory firm, Drexler Ventures.


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