What did the founders of Costco do before starting the company?

Costco traces its history back to 1976, when Sol Price, a pioneer in warehouse club retailing, opened the first Price Club in San Diego. Dubbed "buyers' clubs" and begun in 1976, these warehouses were wholesalers that required shoppers to become members and pay an annual membership fee.

When did Jeff Brotman, the co-founder of Costco, pass away?

From 1979 to 1983, he worked with Sinegal/Chamberlin and Associates, a company that acted as a broker and sales representative for food and non-food products. Together with Seattle retailer Jeff Brotman, he co-founded Costco. From 1983 until his December 31, 2011, retirement, Sinegal served as Costco's president and CEO.

Who is Jim Sinegal and what role did he have in founding Costco?

James Sinegal was the co-founder of Costco discount warehouse stores in 1983, and he has been the retail chain’s leader and CEO ever since. Sinegal has kept the company strong against stiff competition from companies like Wal-Mart and BJ’s Wholesale with long-term strategic planning, and solid retail operations tactics.