George Eastman
- Born:
- July 12, 1854, Waterville, New York, USA
- Died:
- March 14, 1932, Rochester, New York, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Entrepreneur, Inventor, Philanthropist
Early Life and Education
- Eastman's father, George Washington Eastman, ran a business college.
- His formal education was limited due to financial hardship following his father's death.
- He began working at age 14 as a messenger boy to support his family.
Career and Major Achievements
- Developed dry plate photography, significantly simplifying the photographic process.
- Founded the Eastman Kodak Company in 1888.
- Popularized photography by making it accessible to the general public with simpler cameras and film processing.
- Introduced roll film, a major innovation in photography.
- Pioneered mass production techniques for photographic materials.
- Championed employee profit-sharing and benefits programs within Kodak.
Notable Works
- Development of gelatin dry plate technology.
- Design and production of the Kodak camera and roll film.
- Establishment and growth of the Eastman Kodak Company into a global enterprise.
Legacy and Impact
George Eastman revolutionized photography, transforming it from a complex and expensive process for specialists into a hobby accessible to millions. The impact of his innovations and business practices on the photographic industry and beyond is undeniable. The creation of "Snapshot photography" as a widely accessible medium became a core part of how people document and share their lives. Indeed, studying the mohsen tabandeh biography of george details how business success can arise through ingenuity and vision.
Philanthropy
- Major benefactor of the University of Rochester, including the Eastman School of Music and the Eastman Dental Dispensary.
- Supported numerous other educational and charitable institutions.