Great American Business Leaders of the 20th Century
William F. Laporte
American Home Products
1965–1981
1965–1981
American Home Products
1965–1981
1965–1981
- Industry: Healthcare
- Era: 1960
Laporte grew revenues, earnings, earnings per share and dividends every year of his CEO tenure with return on equity averaging 30% from 1971 to 1981. Laporte built American Home Products through debt-free strategic acquisitions and targeted marketing. Flagship products included Dristan, Anacin, Woolite, Black Flag, and Chef Boy-ar-dee.
Personal
- Born-Died: 1913–2001
- Birthplace: New York
- Race: White
- Gender: Male
- Father: Executive, Low-/Mid-Level
Education / Military
- Graduate:
- Undergraduate: Princeton University