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Reginald H. Jones

Reginald H. Jones

CEO: 1972-1981
A Brit with a finance background, Jones ran GE with a formal flair and pushed for global expansion. He became a highly regarded ambassador for business in Washington, chairing the President’s Export Council and the Business Council, as well as co-chairing the Business Roundtable. Sales and earnings more than doubled during Jones’ tenure.

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