Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN)

1617 6th Ave.
Seattle, WA 98101-1742 (Map)
Phone: 206-628-2111
Fax: 206-628-1795
Toll Free: 800-282-6060
http://www.nordstrom.com

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Overview

Service with a smile is a part of Nordstrom's corporate culture. One of the nation's largest upscale apparel and shoe retailers, Nordstrom sells clothes, shoes, and accessories through some115 Nordstrom stores about 90 off-price outlet stores (Nordstrom Rack) in more than 25 states. It also operates a pair of Jeffrey luxury boutiques, a "Last Chance" clearance store, and sells goods online and through catalogs. The retailer has sold its Façonnable boutiques. With its easy-return policy and touches such as thank-you notes from employees, Nordstrom has earned a reputation for top-notch customer service. Members of the Nordstrom family, who own more than 20% of the company's stock, closely supervise the chain.

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Key financials for Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN)

Company Type Public (NYSE: JWN)
Fiscal Year-End January
2011 Sales (mil.) £6,116.8
1-Year Sales Growth 12.4%
2011 Net Income (mil.) £386.6
1-Year Net Income Growth 39.0%
2011 Employees 52,000
1-Year Employee Growth 8.3%
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Key people and executives for Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN)

Chairman Enrique (Rick) Hernandez Jr.
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President and Director Blake W. Nordstrom
EVP and CFO Michael G. Koppel
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