<ul><li>Apple Store marks its 24th anniversary today, tracing back to its first store opening on May 19, 2001, at Tysons Corner Center in Virginia.</li><li>Steve Jobs led the innovative retail concept to control the customer experience and product showcase following struggles with third-party retailers.</li><li>Ron Johnson, recruited by Jobs, played a pivotal role in crafting the store layout and introducing the revolutionary Genius Bar.</li><li>Apple's retail success defied initial skepticism, with $1.2 billion in revenue by 2004 and a current global presence of 534 stores across 27 countries.</li></ul>

From Risky Bet to Retail Giant: Apple Store Turns 24 Today

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