Harold Brockey

(1909 - 1991)

Harold Brockey served as chairman and chief executive of Rich's Department Store and was the chain's chairman when it merged with Federated Stores in 1976. Born in New York City, he worked for Macy’s and transferred to Macy’s Atlanta in 1949. He transferred to Rich’s the following year.

Prior to becoming president of Rich's in 1961, Brockey held several roles within the department chain, including general merchandise manager of Rich’s Store for Homes, a vice-president, general manager for the entire store, and executive vice president. Following his presidency from 1961-1972, Rich's then became chief executive officer of  until 1978 and chairman from 1978 to 1982. He briefly served as a vice president and board member of Federated Stores following the merger in 1976. 

In addition, Brockey was a former president and member of the board of directors of Central Atlanta Progress; a former chairman of United Wary of Metropolitan Atlanta; and former chairman of the Atlanta Arts Alliance. He received a 1972 Brotherhood Award from the National Conference of Christians and Jews and the Maier Award of Rotary. His numerous memberships included to Rotary, the Standard Club, and The Temple.