Max DePree
Born in 1924
Max De Pree was a prominent American businessman and writer, best known for his leadership at Herman Miller, a renowned office furniture company.
He served as CEO from 1980 to 1987 and remained on the board until 1995.
De Pree authored several successful books on leadership, including the bestseller "Leadership is an Art." His work earned him induction into the U.S. Business Hall of Fame in 1992.
De Pree was also actively involved with the Max De Pree Center for Leadership at Fuller Theological Seminary.
His leadership philosophy emphasized servant leadership, inclusivity, and human-centered approaches.
De Pree passed away in 2017 in Holland, Michigan.
