About Herbert Fisher
Lived 1922 – 1993 (aged 70–71). Herbert Fisher was an American entrepreneur and business executive, known for Jamesway.
Herbert Fisher (c. 1922 – April 3, 1993) was an American businessman and the founder of discount retailer Jamesway.
Biography Fisher was born to a Jewish family in New York City and raised in Borough Park, Brooklyn. He is a graduate of Townsend Harris High School and attended City College for two years After the war, he worked as a merchandise packer at $12 a week. He grew the business to 108 stores and 5,000 employees mainly in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Fisher died of colon cancer at his home in Oradell, New Jersey.
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Who was Herbert Fisher?
American retail businessman
When was Herbert Fisher born?
Herbert Fisher was born in 1922 in New York City.
When did Herbert Fisher die?
Herbert Fisher died on 3 April 1993 in New Jersey, Oradell.
What was Herbert Fisher's occupation?
Herbert Fisher was an entrepreneur and business executive.
What was Herbert Fisher known for?
Herbert Fisher was known for Jamesway.
What nationality was Herbert Fisher?
Herbert Fisher was American.
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