Jack Welch
Business executive and author
Born
November 19th, 1935
89 years ago
Died
2020
5 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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An influential business executive and author, operated as the Chairman and CEO of General Electric from 1981 to 2001. Under leadership, the company expanded significantly and achieved a market capitalization growth from $12 billion to $410 billion. Published several books on management and business strategies, including 'Jack: Straight from the Gut' and 'Winning'.
Served as Chairman and CEO of General Electric
Authored 'Jack: Straight from the Gut'
Drove General Electric's market capitalization growth
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