Sigmund Eisner
Austrian-American businessman (1859-1925)
Sigmund Eisner (February 14, 1859 – January 5, 1925) was an Austrian-American businessman. He was the president of the Sigmund Eisner Company based in Red Bank, New Jersey. At one time (1922), this company was the exclusive manufacturer of uniforms for the Boy Scouts of America and the largest manufacturer of uniforms in the United States. He is also the great-grandfather of Michael Eisner, who was CEO of The Walt Disney Company from 1984 to 2005.
Early life
Sigmund Eisner was born in Bohemia to a Jewish family and was educated in public schools there. At the age of 21, he emigrated to the United States and founded the Sigmund Eisner Company.
Sigmund Eisner Company
The Sigmund Eisner Company started with only a few garments, but specialized in uniforms. With a central factory in Red Bank, New Jersey, branches were established in nearby towns Long Branch, South Amboy, and Freehold. As of 1922, the company had 2,000 employees, but during World War I the company’s roles swelled to 5,000 as the company handled contracts for the United States government as well as several foreign governments.
Eisner's family was also involved in the company.
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