Vincent C. Ziegler
Vincent C. Ziegler (1911–1979) was an American business executive who served as a chairman and CEO of the Gillette Company.[1]
Career[edit]
Ziegler joined Gillette Company in 1946 and became its head in 1966.[2] His tenure saw Gillette's revenues rise from $340 million to over $1 billion by 1973, marking the company's most successful financial period.[1] Under Ziegler's leadership, Gillette introduced the Trac II razor and the Cricket Lighter.[1] He also led the acquisition of non-toiletry companies. Prior to Gillette, Ziegler was employed by Chrysler Corporation and Hiram Walker Inc.[2]
References[edit]
- ^ a b c "Vincent C. Ziegler - Leadership - Harvard Business School". www.hbs.edu.
- ^ a b "VINCENT C. ZIEGLER". August 4, 1979 – via NYTimes.com.
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