Do Won Chang

That is a reward that humbles me: the fact that immigrants coming to America, much like I did, can come into a Forever 21 and know that all of this was started by a simple Korean immigrant with a dream. ”

When I first immigrated to the United States, there were not many jobs that stood out. So I worked at a gas station, cleaning. ”

Our target customers are people in their 20s. Old people wanted to be 21 again, and young people wanted to be 21 forever. ”

Because I didn't have much money, I bought a small shop that fit my budget. The previous six owners had closed their business in three years. The store had no people traffic and, because of that, I was able to focus on figuring out how to provide a better service to each and every one of the customers that did come through. ”

I noticed the people who drove the nicest cars were all in the garment business. ”

You can't go into business thinking that success will come to you in just one or two years. ”

I have in the past overly trusted people and was, in turn, let down by some. Since then, I have learned the difference between putting faith into people and blindly trusting them. ”

When we started, the business name was 'Fashion 21.' And change it to 'Forever 21' later. ”

It's important my daughters learn from the hard work my wife and I put into this company. Who better to look out for your best interests than family? ”