Robert J. Fisher
Bob Fisher | |
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| Born | August 26, 1954 |
| Occupation(s) | Entrepreneur, Business executive |
| Years active | 1980–present |
| Known for | Chairman of Gap Inc. |
Robert Joseph "Bob" Fisher (born August 26, 1954) is an American entrepreneur currently serving as the chairman of Gap Inc.. He has been a board member since 1990 and held the position of chairman from 2004 until 2007, also stepping in as interim CEO at times. As the son of Donald Fisher and Doris F. Fisher, who co-founded Gap, he has maintained a connection with the company for more than thirty years.
Early life and education
Born to Jewish parents Doris Feigenbaum Fisher and Donald Fisher, the founders of Gap, Inc., Fisher has two siblings: William S. Fisher and John J. Fisher. His education includes attending Phillips Exeter Academy, obtaining a bachelor's degree from Princeton University, followed by an MBA from the Stanford University Graduate School of Business.
Career
Fisher's professional journey at Gap began in 1980 as a store manager, after which he transitioned into corporate positions with growing responsibilities, gaining expertise in merchandising and senior management.
In 1989, he took on the role of president at Banana Republic. The following year, he joined Gap Inc.’s Board of Directors and was promoted to executive vice president in 1992. Between 1993 and 1995, he fulfilled the role of CFO before advancing to COO. By 1997, Fisher was appointed president of the Gap brand, managing divisions such as adult apparel, babyGap, and GapKids. He assumed the chairmanship of the board in 2004.
In November 2019, amid shifts in strategic leadership, Fisher returned to serve as interim CEO of Gap Inc., succeeding Art Peck.
Philanthropy
He holds the position of chair on the board of the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.
Environmental work
Fisher is a trustee for Conservation International and participates on its executive committee. He dedicated over two decades to serving on the board of the Natural Resources Defense Council and continues to be part of its honorary board. In 2009, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger appointed him as the sole public representative on the Strategic Growth Council; later, Governor Jerry Brown designated him vice chair in 2014.
Political donations
In 2019, reports revealed that Fisher contributed $1 million to a dark money organization opposing Barack Obama shortly before the 2012 presidential race. Throughout his career, he has also supported various Democratic candidates and environmental initiatives financially.
Personal life
Fisher is married to Elizabeth S. Fisher, and together they have three children. The family lives in San Francisco.
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