Early Life
Robert Warren Miller was born on May 23, 1933, in Quincy, Massachusetts, U.S. He graduated from Cornell University School of Hotel Administration in 1955.
Rise to Success
In 1960, Miller co-founded DFS (Duty Free Shoppers) with Chuck Feeney. DFS quickly secured exclusive concessions for duty-free sales in Hawaii and Hong Kong, becoming the world's largest travel retailer. In 1996, Feeney's interests in DFS were acquired by Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy (LVMH), but Miller retained a significant shareholding.
Key Business Strategies
Miller focused on securing prime locations for duty-free shops, targeting the increasing number of international travelers. DFS expanded into off-airport duty-free stores and downtown Galleria stores, establishing a strong presence in the luxury retail market. Miller also targeted the emerging economic elite in mainland China.
Philanthropy
Miller and his family have raised millions for charities, scholarship funds, schools, and health organizations.