Harry Gordon Selfridge, born in 1858, passed away peacefully on May 8, 1947, at the age of 89. Mr. Selfridge was an iconic entrepreneur who, in 1908, founded the internationally renowned store Selfridges on Oxford Street in London. Notable for being the first of its kind, Selfridges quickly became a leader in the retail space, and was deemed the largest department store in the world at the time of its opening. Mr. Selfridge was an ambitious and innovative businessman, often utilizing new technology and ideas to enhance customer experience and satisfaction. He enjoyed being known as “The Tastemaker”, and his work was featured in The New York Times, The Independent, and The Times, to name a few. Mr. Selfridge was a savvy businessman and investor. He had a knack for recognizing valuable investments, often buying up large chunks of stocks and real estate and turning them into sizeable future returns. Throughout his life and career, Harry Gordon Selfridge made an indelible mark and legacy. He was an innovative and successful entrepreneur whose work will have a deep-lasting impact on the retail industry. He is survived by his four children, his many grandchildren, and his great-grandchildren. May his memory be a blessing.