Edward McCracken is an American businessman who was CEO of Silicon Graphics (SGI) 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]
Edward R. McCracken | |
|---|---|
| Occupation | Executive |
| Known for | CEO of Silicon Graphics |
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
editMcCracken earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Iowa State University in 1966[3] and an MBA from Stanford University.[5]
Awards
edit- 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, 1995 which noted "his groundbreaking work in the areas of affordable 3D visual computing and super computing technologies; and for his technical and leadership skills in building Silicon Graphics, Inc., into a global advanced technology company."[6]
References
edit- ^ 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 "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. Archived from the original on 30 December 2013. Retrieved 30 December 2013.
- ^ Pelline, Jeff (March 5, 1996). "Silicon Graphics Tries To Turn the Tide". San Francisco Chronicle. Retrieved 30 December 2013.
- ^ "Recipients 1995". National Medal of Technology and Innovation. United States Patent and Trademark Office. Retrieved 30 December 2013.