Jay L. Schottenstein
Chairman
Jay Schottenstein is Chairman of SB360 Capital Partners. He has been a valuable and insightful leader for more than four decades.
Mr. Schottenstein’s extensive experience in the retail industry has helped SB360 to grow into a leading resource for companies seeking effective retail, wholesale, and manufacturing strategies. Mr. Schottenstein’s deep knowledge of operations, apparel retail, real estate, brand building, and team management has propelled SB360 to the forefront of the asset value maximization industry. Under his leadership, SB360 continues to provide innovative solutions for complex business challenges across national retail and wholesale operations, internationally recognized consumer brands, and more.
Like his late father, Jerome, Mr. Schottenstein is a successful businessman and philanthropist. A respected leader in the industry, Mr. Schottenstein has more than 40 years of experience leading well-known retail brands, including American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE:AEO), Designer Brands, Inc. (NYSE:DBI), and Schottenstein Stores Corporation, doing business as American Signature Furniture and Value City Furniture. Mr. Schottenstein is currently Executive Chairman and CEO of American Eagle Outfitters, Inc., Chairman of Schottenstein Stores Corporation, and Executive Chairman of Designer Brands, Inc., among others. He is also Chairman of Schottenstein Property Group.
Throughout his career, Mr. Schottenstein has been recognized by civic and cultural institutions for his philanthropic giving. He and his wife Jeanie founded the Jay and Jeanie Schottenstein Foundation, which grants funding to organizations in their hometown of Columbus, Ohio, and around the world. Through the Foundation, the Schottensteins are generous supporters of the Columbus Museum of Art, the United Way of Central Ohio, Ohio State University, Community Shelter Board, and many other local, national, and international organizations. He remains invested in the community and sits on the board of directors at the Columbus Partnership and the Columbus Development Corporation.
Jay Schottenstein graduated from Indiana University Bloomington with a bachelor’s degree from the Kelley School of Business.