Allen F. Jacobson Explained

Allen F. Jacobson
Birth Date:	1927
Birth Place:	Nebraska, U.S.
Death Date:	2012
Occupation:	Businessman

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]}

Life and career

Jacobson 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.

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.

Notes and References

1. Web site: Allen Jacobson, former 3M Co. CEO, dies at 86 . November 2012 .
2. News: An Innovator Gets Down to Business . The New York Times . 12 October 1986 . Greenhouse . Steven .
3. Web site: Allen Jacobson, 2011 Iowa State distinguished alumnus, dies . 5 November 2012 .
4. News: BUSINESS PEOPLE; 3M Fills Top Post at Major Division . The New York Times . 5 November 1984 . Gilpin . Kenneth .
5. Web site: Allen F. Jacobson - Leadership - Harvard Business School .
6. Web site: Mr. Allen F. Jacobson .