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Remembering Howard Geltzer, the PR visionary behind the Sony Walkman

on Jan 17, 2025 | 0 comments

By Audrey Kemp

The pioneering publicist transformed consumer electronics marketing, mentored future leaders and championed education throughout his remarkable career.

Howard Geltzer, a visionary in consumer electronics and public relations, passed away last week in Los Angeles at the age of 88.

Best known for his pivotal role in the US launch of the Sony Walkman in 1980, Geltzer left behind a legacy that transformed people’s engagement with technology and media.

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Source: The Drum