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Ed Oates

b. 1946

American businessman

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About Ed Oates

Born 1946. Ed Oates is an American computer scientist, known for Oracle Corporation.

Edward A. Oates (born 1946) is an American businessman. He co-founded Software Development Labs in August 1977 with Larry Ellison and Bob Miner. Software Development Labs later became Oracle Corporation.

Education and early employment Ed Oates graduated with a BA in mathematics from San Jose State University in 1968, and worked at Singer, the US Army Personnel Information Systems Command (PERSINSCOM) (drafted), Ampex, and Memorex before co-founding Oracle.

Audible Difference After retiring from Oracle in 1996, Oates purchased a high-end home theater store, Audible Difference. Oates' clients included his ex-partner Larry Ellison and Steve Jobs. In 1999 he sold Audible Difference.

Other affiliations Oates volunteers time on the board of directors of the San Francisco Zoological Society and the Tower Foundation Board of San Jose State University.

Personal life In his spare time, Oates skis, builds H0 scale model railroads, and does video work for the Woodside Priory School Theater. He also plays guitar in the band Choc'd, and participated at Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp.

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Important facts

Born
1946
Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Known for
Oracle Corporation
Education
San Jose State University, Campbell High School

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Ed Oates?

American businessman

When was Ed Oates born?

Ed Oates was born in 1946.

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Ed Oates is a computer scientist.

What is Ed Oates known for?

Ed Oates is known for Oracle Corporation.

What nationality is Ed Oates?

Ed Oates is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ed Oates

· Wikidata: Q5335240

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