~ 1838 - 1922
John Wanamaker was an American entrepreneur and pioneer in the department store business, best known for founding one of the first modern department stores in Philadelphia in 1876. He was also a key figure in retail marketing, introducing price tags and return policies, and served as the United States Postmaster General from 1889 to 1893. Wanamaker's innovative approaches transformed the shopping experience and had a lasting impact on retail practices.