Great American Business Leaders of the 20th Century
Charles R. Hook
Armco Steel Company
1930–1948
1930–1948
Armco Steel Company
1930–1948
1930–1948
Hook is known more for his progressive employment practices than for building Armco into the leading producer of sheet metal. He was an advocate of full-disclosure and loyalty policies towards employees and was also active in the field of public service, strongly supporting youth programs. His policies enabled Armco to be one of the most productive companies in the steel business.
Personal
- Born-Died: 1880–1963
- Birthplace: Ohio
- Race: White
- Gender: Male
- Father: Laborer, Skilled