H. Leslie Hoffman | |
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| Born | Herman Leslie Hoffman 1906 |
| Died | June 24, 1971 Zurich, Switzerland (residence: San Marino, California, US) |
| Nationality | American |
| Other names | Les Hoffman |
| Occupation(s) | Founder and CEO of Hoffman Radio, later called Hoffman Electronics Corporation 1941–1971 |
| Known for | Pioneering work on practical photovoltaic cells, aircraft navigation systems, radio and television products, philanthropy, and major donor and supporter of the University of Southern California (USC). |
H. Leslie Hoffman (1906 – June 24, 1971) was an American businessman. He was the founder and CEO of Hoffman Radio from 1941 to 1971, which changed its name to Hoffman Radio and Television in 1948. In the 1950s, he formed Hoffman Electronics Corporation, based in El Monte, California, consisting of several electronic divisions involved with consumer, industrial and military products. He was married to Elaine Stevely Hoffman (1906–1989). Together in 1954, they formed the H. Leslie Hoffman and Elaine S. Hoffman Foundation, Pasadena, a philanthropic organization. He and his wife Elaine were large donors and supporters of the University of Southern California (USC) and were directly involved with its growth, academic growth and stature. Hoffman served on the Board of Trustees at USC for 17 years.