John Hugo Loudon
Dutch chief executive
About John Hugo Loudon
Lived 1905 – 1996 (aged 90). John Hugo Loudon was a Dutch businessperson, royal Dutch Shell and world Wide Fund for Nature.
Career
In 1952, Loudon became the head of Shell Petroleum. In this role he tried to prevent discrimination between nationals and non-nationals in the work force. In May 1960, he was featured on Time magazine's cover. He resigned as the CEO of Shell in 1965 and continued to serve the company as chairman of the board of supervisory directors for the next 11 years.
Following his role with Shell, Loudon was appointed the chairman of an international business advisory committee at Chase Bank by David Rockefeller. Loudon retired from this role in 1977.
Loudon became president of World Wide Fund for Nature in 1977 and served as president until 1981.
Personal life
In 1931 he married Marie van Tuyll van Serooskerken who became lady in waiting to Queen Wilhelmina and with whom he had four children. Later he married Charlotte van Sminia.
Loudon spoke five languages and was a member of the Royal yacht Squadron.
His niece Lydia Frederika Loudon was the wife of the Scottish businessman and politician Sir Jack Stewart-Clark.
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Who was John Hugo Loudon?
Dutch chief executive (1905–1996)
When was John Hugo Loudon born?
John Hugo Loudon was born on 27 June 1905 in The Hague.
When did John Hugo Loudon die?
John Hugo Loudon died on 4 February 1996 in Haarlem.
What was John Hugo Loudon's occupation?
John Hugo Loudon was a businessperson, royal Dutch Shell and world Wide Fund for Nature.
What nationality was John Hugo Loudon?
John Hugo Loudon was Dutch.
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