David Packard

1912–1996 (age 84)

Technology entrepreneur

Biography

David Packard was a pioneering technology entrepreneur who lived from 1912 to 1996. As a co-founder of Hewlett-Packard, he revolutionized the electronics industry and established principles of business innovation that influenced generations of entrepreneurs.

His legacy extends far beyond his commercial achievements; through the Packard Foundation and his philanthropic work, he made lasting contributions to education, science, and the arts, leaving an indelible mark on American innovation and society.

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