Frank Freimann Explained

Frank M. Freimann (1909–1968) was an American businessperson who was the head of Magnavox from 1950 until his death in 1968.^{[1] [2]}

Biography

Born in Hungary in 1909, Freimann migrated to Chicago at a young age, where he studied at Crane High School.^{[2] [3]}

In 1930, he founded Electro Acoustics Products Company (EAP).^{[2] [4]} Later, in 1934, the company was acquired by Magnavox and formally merged in 1938.^[2] Freimann died in 1967 in Manhattan.^[1]

Awards and recognition

• Fellow of the Institute of Radio Engineers
• Freimann Square in Fort Wayne is named after him.^[5]

Notes and References

1. Milestones: Apr. 12, 1968. Time . April 12, 1968. content.time.com.
2. News: FRANK FREIMANN OF MAGNAVOX DIES; President Since 1950 Led It Into Consumer Field. The New York Times . April 1, 1968. NYTimes.com.
3. Web site: Frank M. Freimann - Leadership - Harvard Business School. www.hbs.edu.
4. Web site: The Cutting Edge of Corporate AV, Circa 1938. Clive. Young. March 30, 2016. Mixonline.
5. Web site: Freimann Square - Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation. www.fortwayneparks.org.