Rand Araskog

Rand Araskog
Born
Rand Vincent Araskog

(1931-10-31)October 31, 1931
DiedAugust 9, 2021(2021-08-09) (aged 89)
NationalityAmerican
Alma materWest Point, Harvard University
Occupation(s)Manufacturing executive, investor, writer
Employer(s)Honeywell, ITT Corporation
Known forCEO of ITT Corporation
SpouseJessie M. Gustafson Araskog
Childrentwo daughters and one son

Rand Vincent Araskog (October 31, 1931 – August 9, 2021) was an American manufacturing executive, investor, and writer who served as the CEO of ITT Corporation. During his time as the CEO between 1979 and 1998 he was known for divesting the conglomerate of multiple businesses including hotels, rental cars, and insurance to retain its focus on its core telecom businesses.