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The Aggressive Acquisition Strategy of Teledyne
30:32 - 1:15:10 (44:38)
Henry Singleton, the founder of Teledyne, had a unique acquisition strategy of buying companies that supplied the specialty metals needed for the development of semiconductor components for advanced electronic control systems. He also recognized the importance of hiring and retaining knowledgeable staff in managerial positions to ensure the company's success.
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The article discusses Teledyne and its founder's early faith in semiconductors becoming the dominant factor in electronic systems, which led to the company's success.
30:32 - 32:16 (01:44)
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The article discusses Teledyne and its founder's early faith in semiconductors becoming the dominant factor in electronic systems, which led to the company's success.
ChapterThe Aggressive Acquisition Strategy of Teledyne
Episode#110 Henry Singleton: A Memoir of the Teledyne Corporation and the Man Who Created It
PodcastFounders
Henry Singleton and Teledyne Technologies are the models for successful pivots, from a company's early beginnings as an electronics and communications firm, to its growth into a multi-billion dollar conglomerate with interests in specialty metals, insurance, and aerospace.
32:17 - 1:15:10 (42:53)
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Henry Singleton and Teledyne Technologies are the models for successful pivots, from a company's early beginnings as an electronics and communications firm, to its growth into a multi-billion dollar conglomerate with interests in specialty metals, insurance, and aerospace.