David T. Abercrombie
Businessman, co-founder of Abercrombie & Fitch
Born
June 6th, 1867
158 years ago
Died
August 29th, 1931
93 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Business Leaders
Country
United States
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Co-founded Abercrombie & Fitch, a retail company specializing in casual wear and outdoor apparel. Established Abercrombie's reputation as a sporting goods retailer in the late 19th century. The company expanded successfully into a popular clothing brand in the United States. Abercrombie was instrumental in shaping the company's early philosophy and vision, focusing on high-quality products and customer experience. Eventually, the brand became widely recognized for its lifestyle-oriented marketing approach.
Co-founded Abercrombie & Fitch in 1892
Developed Abercrombie & Fitch as a sporting goods retailer
Transformed the company into a popular clothing brand
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