George Zimmer | |
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Born | New York City, U.S. | November 21, 1948
Education | Washington University in St. Louis |
Occupation | Businessman |
Known for | Founder, Men's Wearhouse |
Spouse | Lorri Zimmer |
Children | 4 |
George Zimmer (born November 21, 1948) is an American businessman. He is the founder, former executive chairman (1973–2013) and former CEO (1973–2011) of the Men's Wearhouse, a clothing retailer with more than 1,200 stores[1] in the US and Canada, under the brands Moores, Men's Wearhouse and K&G Superstores. After leaving his executive position with the company, he continued as the company's spokesperson, until he was fired in June 2013.[2] Zimmer is now the founder, chairman, and CEO of Generation Tux, an online tuxedo and suit rental platform, and zTailors, a national network of on-demand tailors for men and women.