Melvin H. Baker Explained

Melvin H. Baker (August 11, 1885 – June 25, 1976) was an American businessperson who was the co-founder and chief executive officer of National Gypsum.^{[1] [2]}

Early life and career

Baker was born on 11 August 1885 in Sevierville, Tennessee.^{[1] [2]} His father was a farmer and his family was of Scotch‐Irish origin.^[1] He received his education from Carson–Newman University in Jefferson City, Tennessee. After two years, he became an assistant to an auctioneer.^[1]

Between 1922 and 1925, he served as a vice president of American Manufacturers' Foreign Credit Underwriters.^[1]

In 1925, he started National Gypsum along with Joseph F. Haggerty and Clarence IC. Williams.^[1] From 1928 to 1951, he served as the president of National Gypsum.^[1]

In June 1976, he died at the age of 90.^{[1] [2]}

Notes and References

1. Web site: MELVIN BAKER, 90, COMPANY FOUNDER - The New York Times . . 1976-06-27 . 2022-06-14.
2. Web site: Melvin H. Baker . Great american business leaders of the 20th century . Harvard Business School.