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With Michelle Obama now J. Crew's biggest fan, eyes are turning to the brains behind the brand's renaissance. Much has been touted of former Gap head and current J. Crew CEO Mickey Drexler -- some call him a retailing icon, others a kingmaker. In my opinion, Drexler is nothing short of visionary.  Not a believer? Check out the interview he did with Charlie Rose in 2008, below.

Still not convinced? Read the 2008 article on Drexler by FORTUNE, here.