Dave Wilson
Dave Wilson
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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David Lee Wilson is commonly referred to as Dave Wilson in informal settings.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: March 27, 1940
Died: (Still Living)
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American businessman and former CEO of Wilson Sporting Goods.
Early Life and Background
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Dave Wilson was born on March 27, 1940, in the United States. Growing up in a family that valued entrepreneurship and hard work, he developed an interest in business from a young age. After completing his education, Wilson joined the family business, which would eventually become one of the leading manufacturers of sports equipment in the world.
Major Accomplishments
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As the CEO of Wilson Sporting Goods, Dave Wilson oversaw significant growth and expansion for the company. Under his leadership, Wilson introduced innovative products that revolutionized various sports, including tennis, baseball, and basketball. He also made significant investments in research and development, which enabled the company to stay ahead of its competitors.
Notable Works or Actions
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Dave Wilson's most notable contributions include:
The introduction of the "Super Shot" tennis ball, which was designed for professional players.
Developing the "Wilson Pro Staff" line of tennis rackets, used by numerous top-ranked players worldwide.
* His leadership in introducing synthetic leather to the baseball industry.
Impact and Legacy
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Dave Wilson's impact on the sports equipment industry cannot be overstated. He transformed Wilson Sporting Goods into a global leader, known for its innovative products and commitment to quality. Wilson's dedication to research and development has inspired numerous other companies to invest heavily in innovation.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Dave Wilson is widely quoted and remembered due to his visionary leadership and commitment to innovation. His focus on research and development has led to the creation of iconic products that have become synonymous with excellence in their respective sports. As a pioneer in the industry, Wilson continues to be an inspiration for entrepreneurs and business leaders around the world.
Dave Wilson's quotes on leadership and innovation can be found throughout this website.
Quotes by Dave Wilson

The kids were very happy. We talked about our goals before the game and we worked hard. The kids had a circle of trust.

The first time I had heard of these is when I got up here. It's no longer a practice the association continues at this point.

The justice minister should have thought of this before and had everything ready and set to go,

They have user IDs in Active Directory now, so they have simplified things somewhat. Now they want a full Kerberos infrastructure with smartcards for their Unix systems. With VAS version 3.0, we are now providing a complete NIS replacement including migration with a full set of tools.

Donald was a tremendous blocker. He handled guys from the University of Florida and all the big time guys from Alabama. They outweighed him by 50 pounds but he had so much natural strength and explosion that it didn't bother him to be matched up with them at all,

To me it indicates the government hasn't done its homework. When you know there are groups that are going to oppose it, why haven't you consulted with them? Why haven't you talked to them beforehand?



