Jay Sampson

A graduate of the University of Arizona, Jay returns to the University to share his experience and expertise after having served for more than 25 years in corporate leadership, running global businesses at Microsoft Corporation and Adobe, Inc. 

At the Terry J. Lundgren Center for Retailing, Jay will lead the initiative to develop corporate partnerships, drive new business, and project manage the completion Center’s innovative new Retail Experience Lab.  

In addition to his work at The Center,  Jay looks forward to connecting with Retailing and Consumer Science students in teaching a course on Career Exploration (RCSC 295A).  The course helps prepare students to enter the workforce by providing tools and resources for internship and career success.