Chrome Generations
George B. Duke is co-owner and chairman of the board of Zippo Manufacturing Company. He is the son of Sarah B. Dorn, co-owner, and grandson of the late George G. Blaisdell, founder of the Bradford, PA, based firm. Committed to the principles his grandfather established when he founded Zippo 75 years ago, Duke’s leadership and philanthropy have enabled not only Zippo, but also its subsidiaries and numerous other Bradford organizations, to grow and remain strong. Zippo turned out its 400 millionth lighter in September, 2003. Commemorating the milestone with Zippo employees, many of whom had worked side-by-side with Mr. Blaisdell, Duke recalled his grandfather’s dedication to his hometown, his beloved company, and its greatest asset, the Zippo employees.“I can tell you of a man who had the vision and the belief that his |
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company could achieve the success we are celebrating today. His name was George G. Blaisdell. It is his ingenuity and his love for Zippo, a love that has been passed down through three generations, that has kept the flame alive.” Today, the flame still burns strong, and a fourth generation is waiting in the wings. Duke has two sons, George Blaisdell Duke, Jr. and Grant Barcroft Duke. |
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