Retail Legends: An Evening with the Architects of Modern Retail

​An Evening with the Architects of Modern Retail

​September 15, 2026 | 5:30–9:00 PM
The University Club of New York
Invitation Only

​A private evening with two of the leaders who helped shape modern American retail.

​Terry Lundgren
Former Chairman & CEO, Macy’s

​Lew Frankfort
Chairman Emeritus & Former CEO, Coach

​Retail Legends brings together a highly curated group of senior leaders across retail, luxury, consumer brands, commerce, and technology for an intimate conversation about the decisions, defining moments, and leadership lessons behind two extraordinary careers.

​Senior leaders joining us represent organizations including Macy’s, Tapestry, Coach, LVMH, L’Oréal, David Yurman, Estée Lauder, Tory Burch, Saatva, Centric Brands, Kering, and others.

​The Evening

​5:30 PM - Private Reception
6:15 PM - An Intimate Conversation with Terry Lundgren & Lew Frankfort
7:00 PM - Audience Q&A
7:20–9:00 PM - Executive Reception, with a signed copy of Lew Frankfort's Bag Man included in your evening gift

​Attendance is intentionally limited to preserve the intimate nature of the evening and create meaningful conversation among the leaders in the room.

​Dress Code: Business / Smart Elegant

​Presented by The Social Executive Network