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Robert W. Sarnoff

American businessman, CEO of Radio Corporation of America (RCA) · United States · On the map · Business Professionals · Lived 1918 to 1997 · aged 78

Robert William Sarnoff was an American businessman best known as the chief executive officer and chairman of the board of Radio Corporation of America (RCA) after assuming those positions on the retirement of his father, David Sarnoff.

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Honorary Doctor of the University of Miami1969

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During his rise through the company's ranks, he was best known for his advocacy of color television.

Country
United States
Category
Business Professionals
Type
Business Professional
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1918 to 1997 · aged 78