Donald Randall

American guitar maker (1917–2008)

Don Randall (October 30, 1917 – December 23, 2008) was a manager in the early years of the Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. He also came up with many product names, including the Telecaster, the Stratocaster, the Esquire, and the Champ.2

From Wikipedia’s article on Donald Randall (this version), CC BY-SA 4.0.

Born Oct 30, 1917, died Dec 23, 2008.1

About

He was Leo Fender’s partner and the sales, distribution, marketing and advertising behind the company’s rise from small California guitar maker to worldwide status.

From Wikipedia’s article on Donald Randall, shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.2

Companies

Career

Occupation: musical instrument maker, entrepreneur.4

Personal life

  • BornOct 30, 1917, Kendrick5
  • CitizenshipUnited States6