The history of TJ Maxx goes back nearly 45 years. In 1976, Bernard (Ben) Cammarata, then General Manager of Marshalls, was hired by discount retailer Zayre Corp. 1 to develop and spearhead a new chain of discount stores selling family clothing and home fashions. Under Mr. Cammarata's leadership, T.J. Maxx was born and its first store opened in 1977. In the late 1980s, Zayre restructured and spun off three brands—T.J. Maxx, Hit or Miss, and Chadwick's of Boston—becoming the original retail banner that became The TJX Companies, Inc. TJX has continued to grow steadily over the years, opening stores in new markets, countries, and continents, launching new chains, and acquiring other retailers, bringing its popular discount model to a broader network of customers who love our eclectic A mix of quality, fashion, designer clothing and home fashion, all at incredible value.
