Great American Business Leaders of the 20th Century
Lester M. Alberthal, Jr.
Electronic Data Systems
1986–1998
1986–1998
Electronic Data Systems
1986–1998
1986–1998
Under Alberthal's leadership, EDS regained its prominence as the leader in information technology services. He is credited with tripling revenues and lessening the firm’s dependence on General Motors as a major client. In 1996, Alberthal successfully orchestrated EDS's spin-off from General Motors.
Personal
- Born-Died: 1944
- Birthplace: Texas
- Race: White
- Gender: Male
- Father: Laborer, Skilled
Education / Military
- Undergraduate: University of Texas