Edward R. McCracken explained

Edward R. McCracken
Occupation:Executive
Known For:CEO of Silicon Graphics

Edward McCracken is an American businessman who was CEO of Silicon Graphics (SGI) from 1984 to 1997.[1] Under his leadership, SGI grew from annual revenues of $5.4 million to $3.7 billion.[1] Prior to leading Silicon Graphics, he spent 16 years as an executive with Hewlett-Packard.[1]

McCracken became Chairman of SGI's board in 1994.[2] He also served on the boards of Digital Research and National Semiconductor.

He was a "White House regular" during the Clinton administration[3] and appeared with Bill Clinton and Al Gore to promote the benefits of technology.[1]

Education

McCracken earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Iowa State University in 1966 and an MBA from Stanford University.[4]

Awards

Notes and References

  1. News: Einstein. David. McCracken leaves SGI; 700 to 1000 laid off. 30 December 2013. San Francisco Chronicle. October 29, 1997.
  2. News: Galante. Suzanne. McCracken: It became personal. 30 December 2013. CNet. October 29, 1997. Clark, Tim.
  3. News: Hof. Robert D.. The Sad Saga of Silicon Graphics. 30 December 2013. Business Week. August 4, 1997. 30 December 2013. https://archive.today/20131230135538/http://www.businessweek.com/1997/31/b35381.htm. dead.
  4. News: Pelline. Jeff. Silicon Graphics Tries To Turn the Tide. 30 December 2013. San Francisco Chronicle. March 5, 1996.
  5. Web site: Edward McCracken:Developer of 3d Graphics Machines That Helped Launch The World Of "Virtual Reality". Alumni Profiles. Iowa State University. 30 December 2013.
  6. Web site: Recipients 1995. National Medal of Technology and Innovation. United States Patent and Trademark Office. 30 December 2013.

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