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Zildjian is as much about its high quality instruments as it is about its people. Meet the people who are behind the legend.
FAMILY BIOS
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During the late 1800's, Kerope was recognized throughout Europe and beyond as one of the most accomplished craftsman of the Zildjian family.... |
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Upon Kerope's death in 1909, the Zildjian secret was passed to Kerope's younger brother Aram (the second son of Avedis II.)
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Many of the cymbals we take for granted in modern drumming - such fundamental models as splash, ride, crash, hi-hat, and sizzle cymbals - were all invented and named by Avedis Zildjian...... |
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Anyone who ever met Armand Zildjian knew just how contagious his boundless enthusiasm and zest for life could be...... |
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In 1976, Craigie Zildjian joined her father (Armand) and grandfather (Avedis III) in the family business. This was the first time three generations of Zildjians would work side by side in the cymbal business...... |
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Debbie Zildjian joined Zildjian in 1980, she currently leads the Human Resource Department, serves on Zildjian's Executive Team and is Vice Chair of the Board of Directors...... |
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Cady Zildjian Bickford joined the company in April 2007 as the New Business Development Coordinator. A graduate of Colgate University, Cady studied English and Political Science at the same institution as her Grandfather, Armand.... |
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EXECUTIVE BIOS
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Jerry Donegan, Vice President of Sales for Zildjian, joined the company in 1966. Because of his lengthy tenure, he's had the unique experience of working with both Avedis Zildjian (founder of the U.S. business) and the late Armand Zildjian....... |
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In 1994, Paul Struble joined Zildjian with over 25 years of manufacturing experience in Fortune 500 companies including Alcoa, Black & Decker, Emhart, Pfizer and TRW...... |
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Brad joined the Zildjian Company in January 2003, as V.P., Chief Marketing Officer, responsible for the Company's overall strategic direction and annual marketing plans...... |
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John (aka 'Johnny D') joined Zildjian in 1989 and is Vice President, Artist Relations & Event Marketing Worldwide, responsible for Zildjian's legendary worlwide Artist Relations Program. He's forged close personal relationships with all of Zildjian's top artists and oversees Artist Relations satellite offices in Los Angeles and London. ... |
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A seasoned, financial and operations executive, Tom joined Zildjian in July 2005 to head finance and contribute to the strategic focus of the Company. ... |
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Bob joined the Zildjian Company in October, 2006 as Vice President, Business Development. In this role, Bob has responsibility for developing new markets and business opportunities as well as leading the Company's Customer Relationship Management (CRM) initiative.... |
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| Learn more about the Zildjian Legacy - Past, Present, and Future. |
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