Edward R. McCracken
Edward R. McCracken | |
|---|---|
| Occupation | Executuive |
| Known for | CEO of Silicon Graphics |
Ed McCracken was CEO of Silicon Graphics 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.[3]
He was a "White House regular" during the Clinton administration[4] 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.[3]
Awards
- Professional Achievement Citation in Engineering award from Iowa State University College of Engineering in 1992.[3]
- Executive of the Year, R&D Magazine, 1995[3]
- National Medal of Technology and Innovation.[3]
References
- ^ a b c d Einstein, David (October 29, 1997). "McCracken leaves SGI; 700 to 1000 laid off". San Francisco Chronicle. Retrieved 30 December 2013.
- ^ Galante, Suzanne; Clark, Tim (October 29, 1997). "McCracken: It became personal". CNet. Retrieved 30 December 2013.
- ^ a b c d e "Edward McCracken:Developer Of 3d Graphics Machines That Helped Launch The World Of "Virtual Reality"". Alumni Profiles. Iowa State University. Retrieved 30 December 2013.
- ^ Hof, Robert D. (August 4, 1997). "The Sad Saga of Silicon Graphics". Business Week. Retrieved 30 December 2013.