Consumer >> CEO Interviews >> July 10, 2000

Stephen Marcus – The Marcus Corporation (mcs)

STEPHEN H. MARCUS is Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Marcus Corporation, a Milwaukee-based company that operates in the lodging and entertainment industries. Mr. Marcus joined the company in 1962, was named President and Chief Operating Officer in 1980, became Chief Executive Officer in 1988 and was elected Chairman in 1991. Under the leadership of Mr. Marcus, the company has achieved successful growth through a commitment to quality, service and value. The core philosophies of The Marcus Corporation focus on owning the majority of its real estate, making ongoing investments in each business to drive future growth, maintaining a strong balance sheet and managing the company to build shareholder value over the long term. The Marcus Corporation takes great pride in its management teams and associates and is a strong supporter of the communities it serves. Profile
TWST: Give us a bit of your background and a brief overview of the

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