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James Jannard (born June 8, 1949) [1] is an American designer, businessman and founder of Oakley, Inc., an eyewear and apparel company; and Red Digital Cinema Camera Company . Early life and career. Jannard was born in Los Angeles, the son of a pharmacist. [2] . He was raised in Alhambra, California and was graduated from Alhambra High School. [1]
- June 8, 1949 (age 74), Los Angeles, California, U.S.
- University of Southern California (dropped out)
- Businessman
Learn about James Jannard, the self-made billionaire who created Oakley sunglasses and Red Digital Cinema. See his net worth, age, education, personal life and more on Forbes.com.
Oct 28, 2020 · Learn about the history, innovation, and personality of Jim Jannard, the founder of Oakley, in this Q&A thread from 2013. Find out how he came up with the name, design, and features of his favorite and most interesting Oakley products, from X-Metal to Shoe One.
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Aug 7, 2021 · Jim Jannard is the founder of Oakley, a company that started with handlebar grips and evolved into a global leader in sports eyewear. Learn how he invented the first performance sunglasses, created the iconic Oakley logo and built a culture of innovation and art.
Oct 25, 2019 · Jim Jannard, the creator of RED cameras and the Hydrogen phone, announces his retirement and the end of the Hydrogen project due to health issues. The Hydrogen One, the only smartphone from RED, will continue to be supported, while the promised Hydrogen Two is canceled.
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Oct 25, 2019 · Jim Jannard, who created Oakley, RED Digital Cinema and Hydrogen smartphone, announces his retirement at 70 due to health issues. He also reveals that the Hydrogen project will be discontinued, while RED Digital Cinema will continue with the Komodo camera system.
Nov 6, 2023 · Jim Jannard is a name synonymous with innovation and entrepreneurial acumen. In 1975, he began his entrepreneurial journey by creating Oakley, a company that would revolutionize sports-specific eyewear. Oakley’s success was marked by its dedication to pushing the boundaries of innovation, capturing a niche market of sports enthusiasts and athletes.