Philip S. Schlein (pschlein@usvp.com joined USVP in 1985 after a
successful 28-year
career as an operating executive in the retailing industry. For 11 years prior to joining USVP, Phil was
President and CEO of Macy's California. Under his leadership, Macy's California sales grew from just under
$200 million to almost $1.2 billion; profits grew from $17 million to $108 million. Phil began his retail
career with R.H. Macy, Inc. from 1957 till 1984 and served on the Board of Directors of Apple Computer for
eight years from 1979 to 1987.
Since joining USVP, Phil has originated a number of investments in the consumer/retail sector including
PETsMart,
Fresh Choice and The House of Blues. In recent years, Phil has been active in the consumer products areas,
serves on the Boards of Directors of Charles Chocolate, Speciality's Bakery & Cafe, VisaNow, Tea Collections
and
MyShape.com and other privately-held companies.
Phil holds a B.S. in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania.
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