John A. Young, former CEO of Hewlett-Packard from 1978 to 1992, passed away at 93. Under his leadership, HP grew from $1.3 billion to $16 billion, evolving into a leading computer enterprise. Young, also influential in industrial competitiveness under President Reagan, was known for his strategic vision and team-centric approach. Born in Idaho, he pursued an electrical engineering degree and joined HP as a marketing planner. An outdoor enthusiast, he enjoyed fly fishing and hunting, and was married for 67 years to Rosemary Murray.
John is the kind of person everyone would like to work with - someone who keeps his team inspired, fostering a collaborative environment that drives innovation.
During his tenure, HP transitioned from a modest test equipment company into a global computing leader, demonstrating exponential growth in both revenue and market influence.
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