International Directory of Business Biographies vol.4: S-Z

Some 600 business people—about 60 percent Americans—are profiled in this four-volume set. The majority are white males who are chief executives of large publicly traded companies, but some profilees are from smaller companies or are up-and-coming executives; these groups include more women and minorities, and an effort has been made to include them. The articles, which run about three or four pages in length, were written by journalists, historians, librarians, and educators who drew from material supplied by the entrant's company, as well as archival research. The main narrative text comprising each profile is supplemented with a fact box (birth date, nationality, family, career, awards, publications, and address), a photo (when available), sources for further information, and cross references to company profiles in the International Directory of Company Histories. Indexing is by nationality, geographic location, company and industry, and name. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR As the modern business world continues to expand, todays business researchers are in search of a more global perspective. Unlike many other directories, this four-volume set contains in-depth biographical narratives on more than 600 figures, nearly half profiling individuals outside the U.S. In addition to examining the career paths, business achievements, leadership styles, business strategies and industry impact of Fortune 500 and Global 500 corporate leaders, the International Directory of Business Biographies also covers entrepreneurs and other notable businesspeople. Also includes 350 photos, four indexes and helpful in-depth bibliographies designed to facilitate further research. Profiles Over Six Hundred Prominent Business People From Around The World, Focusing On Chief Executives Of Large, Publicly Traded Companies, With A Selection Of Individuals From Small Or Privately-held Companies, And Up-and-coming Executives; Each With A Fact Box, An Overview Of The Subject's Life And Career, And Sources For Further Information. V. 1. A-e -- V. 2. F-l -- V. 3. M-r -- V. 4. S-z. Edited By Neil Schlager ; Produced By Schlager Group Inc. Includes Bibliographical References And Indexes. Examines the career paths, business achievements, leadership styles, business strategies and industry impact of Fortune 500 and Global 500 corporate leaders, as well as entrepreneurs and other notable businesspeople through in-depth biographical narratives. For business and trade audiences