Blues Man

American Eagle Outfitters Inc. (Warrendale, Pa.) has named Fred Grover as president of the company's Bluenotes subsidiary, succeeding Lora Tisi.

Grover has been senior vp/gmm of American Eagle's Men's Merchandising division. He joined the company in 1978, holding various senior positions in men's and women's merchandising and store operations.

“Fred played a major role in the repositioning of the American Eagle brand during the mid 1990's,” said Roger Markfield, American Eagles co-ceo. “Under Fred's leadership, American Eagle's men's business achieved significant growth, and enjoyed many years of success. I am confident that with his merchandising talent and broad retail experience, Fred will successfully lead the repositioning of the Bluenotes brand.”

American Eagle Outfitters operates 697 AE stores in 48 states and the District of Columbia and 56 AE stores in Canada. Its Bluenotes/Thriftys Canadian subsidiary, targeting a slightly younger demographic with an urban/suburban, denim-driven collection for 12 to 22 year- olds, operates 111 Bluenotes/Thriftys stores in Canada.