Great American Business Leaders of the 20th Century
William S. Paley
Columbia Broadcasting System
1928–1983
1928–1983
Columbia Broadcasting System
1928–1983
1928–1983
- Industry: Entertainment & Broadcast Media
- Era: 1920
After entering the media and entertainment field on somewhat of a whim, Paley grew his small radio concern into a media conglomerate with success in radio, television, music, media equipment and more. CBS competed heavily with the larger, older NBC, but ultimately, Paley's ability to read the American audience provided CBS with the vantage-point necessary to become the nation’s number one broadcaster.
Personal
- Born-Died: 1901–1990
- Birthplace: Illinois
- Race: White
- Gender: Male
- Father: Owner, Small Business
Education / Military
- Undergraduate: University of Pennsylvania
- Military Service: Army