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Donald Petersen
1926-09-04 – 2024-04-24
Life & Legacy
Donald Eugene Petersen (September 4, 1926 – April 24, 2024) was an American businessman who was employed by the Ford Motor Company for 40 years, most notably as its chief executive officer from 1985 to 1990.
Occupation & Career
businessperson
Education
University of Washington; Stanford University
Legacy Highlights
Employer
Ford Motor Company
Organizations & Memberships
National Academy of Engineering
Education & Institutions
Stanford University · University of Washington
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q5294993 — wikidata View source
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