Allen F. Jacobson (1927-2012) was an American chemical engineer and researcher who was a member of the National Academy of Engineering and chief executive officer of 3M.[1][2]
Allen F. Jacobson | |
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| Born | 1927 Nebraska, U.S. |
| Died | 2012 |
| Occupation | Businessman |
Life and career
editJacobson studied and graduated with a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering at the Iowa State University in 1947.[3]
In 1947, Jacobson joined 3M as a chemical engineer, working in 3M’s Scotch tape laboratory.
In 1984, Jacobson was named as the president of Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company.[4] Between 1986 and 1991, he was the chief executive officer of 3M.[5] During his time with 3M, he increased the company income by growing in new fields such as magnetic media.[5]
In 1991, Jacobson was elected as a member of the National Academy of Engineering.[6]
Allen Jacobson chemical engineering lab at the Iowa State University is named after him.[3]
References
edit- ^ "Allen Jacobson, former 3M Co. CEO, dies at 86". November 2012.
- ^ Greenhouse, Steven (12 October 1986). "An Innovator Gets Down to Business". The New York Times.
- ^ a b "Allen Jacobson, 2011 Iowa State distinguished alumnus, dies". 5 November 2012.
- ^ Gilpin, Kenneth (5 November 1984). "BUSINESS PEOPLE; 3M Fills Top Post at Major Division". The New York Times.
- ^ a b "Allen F. Jacobson - Leadership - Harvard Business School".
- ^ "Mr. Allen F. Jacobson".