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At Nordstrom, we believe our heritage of service since 1901 is the foundation of everything we do. We empower our employees to set their sights high and blaze their own trails, creating an environment where ownership and initiative are valued over rigid hierarchies. Our team members thrive when they can build genuine connections with customers and each other, treating every interaction as an opportunity to make someone feel good and look their best. We like to keep things simple - reward outstanding work, build lasting relationships, and focus on doing whatever it takes to serve our customers. We're a fast-moving fashion company that has grown from one tiny shoe store into a leading fashion retailer, but we've never lost our startup mindset. Our people are entrepreneurial at heart, whether they're styling customers, managing inventory, or innovating behind the scenes. We believe in flexibility, adaptability, and giving our team the autonomy to make decisions that drive results. From our stores to our distribution centers and corporate offices, Nordstrom is a place where your success and growth matter - and where you can build a career that's as unique as you are.

Von Maur is a privately held, family-owned department store chain founded in 1872 by German immigrant J.H.C. Petersen, who began with a rented 20-by-50-foot space in downtown Davenport, Iowa. Now in its fourth generation of family leadership under CEO Jim von Maur, the company operates 39 locations across the United States, remaining independent while much of the department store sector consolidated or went public. The company runs two retail formats: its flagship upscale department stores under the Von Maur name, and Dry Goods USA, a subsidiary focused on contemporary fashion. Von Maur stores are distinguished by a consistent set of in-store practices - live piano music, complimentary gift wrapping on every purchase, and free shipping - designed to emphasize service over transaction volume. The company's stated philosophy centers on creating memorable shopping experiences. Headquartered in Davenport, Iowa, Von Maur has grown steadily over 150 years without pursuing the aggressive expansion strategies common among larger retail competitors. Its privately held structure has allowed multigenerational continuity in both ownership and strategic direction. The company employs staff across store operations, corporate functions, and its Dry Goods USA subsidiary.

Target is one of America's leading retailers and the seventh-largest retailer in the United States by sales as of 2024, operating nearly 2,000 stores across all 50 states. With more than 400,000 team members, Target serves millions of guests every week, both in-store and online. The company generated over $100 billion in revenue in 2023, demonstrating its scale and market leadership. Target's distinctive approach to retail combines affordable pricing with curated product assortments, creating a shopping experience that emphasizes "Expect More. Pay Less." Since opening its first store in 1962 in Roseville, Minnesota, Target has grown to become an iconic American brand known for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and community investment. The company operates nearly 2,000 stores and more than 60 supply chain facilities nationwide. Target has invested billions in digital capabilities, enabling same-day delivery and curbside pickup that served millions of guests in 2023. Through its Target Forward sustainability strategy, the company has committed to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 and continues to strengthen communities through the Target Foundation, which has given millions to support education, food security, and arts programs.

Hermès is a French luxury goods house founded in Paris in 1837 by Thierry Hermès as a harness and saddlery workshop. Now in its sixth generation of family ownership, the company remains independent and has expanded into leather goods, ready-to-wear fashion, silk accessories, ties, perfumes, watches, and jewelry, operating more than 300 boutiques worldwide. Production at Hermès is built around traditional artisanal methods. Skilled craftspeople spend years developing their techniques, and many individual products require hundreds of hours to complete. These methods have been refined and passed down across generations, remaining central to how the company designs and manufactures its goods. For those transitioning from service, Hermès offers an environment defined by precision, discipline, and mastery of craft - qualities familiar to anyone who has operated in structured, high-standards settings. Roles span production, retail operations, supply chain, and corporate functions across a global network of ateliers and boutiques.

In 1970, Dick Hayne was just 23 years old when he, college roommate Scott Belair, and Judy Wicks came up with the idea to open a retail store. Originally called Free People, the first location was a small space across the street from the University of Pennsylvania, offering second-hand clothing, furniture, jewelry and home décor for college-aged customers in a casual, fun environment. What started as a unique retail experience and community center for creative students would grow into something far bigger - a revolutionary approach to retail that celebrated individuality and creativity. Today, URBN is a portfolio of global consumer brands comprised of Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, Free People, FP Movement, Anthropologie Weddings, Terrain, Menus & Venues, and Nuuly. The company went public in 1993 and has expanded globally with operations across the United States, Canada, and Europe. Headquartered in Philadelphia's historic Navy Yard, URBN has grown from that single storefront into a multinational lifestyle retail corporation while maintaining its founding values. The company remains passionate, creative and entrepreneurial, creating unique retail experiences with an eye toward creativity and a singular focus on pleasing customers through each brand's distinct point of view.

In 2008, our founders were looking at the European fashion retail landscape and realized something was missing: a seamless, convenient online shopping experience for fashion. While customers could browse physical stores across cities, the digital transformation of fashion retail was in its infancy. They saw an opportunity to bring head-to-toe fashion to doorsteps across Europe, starting with shoes and rapidly expanding to clothing, accessories, and beauty products. From that spark of insight, Zalando has grown into Europe's leading online platform for fashion and lifestyle, serving over 50 million active customers across 25 markets. We've evolved from a pioneer in e-commerce to building a comprehensive pan-European ecosystem that connects brands, partners, and customers in new ways. Our purpose of reimagining fashion for the good of all drives us to create a smarter, friendlier, and more open fashion world - where technology meets style and shopping becomes an experience rather than a chore.