Great American Business Leaders of the 20th Century
David W. Johnson
Campbell Soup Company
1990–1997
1990–1997
Campbell Soup Company
1990–1997
1990–1997
- Industry: Food & Tobacco
- Era: 1990
Employing an aggressive streamlining strategy, Johnson is credited with creating Campbell Soup Company’s successful turnaround. Under his leadership, Campbell became one of the most profitable consumer products companies in the United States. His laser focus on profitability enabled Campbell to generate a 5 year shareholder return of 26% - well above industry averages.
Personal
- Born-Died: 1932
- Birthplace: Australia
- Race: White
- Gender: Male
- Father: Farmer / Rancher
Education / Military
- Graduate: University of Chicago
- Undergraduate: University of Sydney