Daniel L. Hertz Jr.
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Daniel L. Hertz Jr. (February 27, 1930 - January 9, 2021) was an entrepreneur, executive and self-educated scientist noted for his leadership in the rubber industry.[1]
Hertz was born to Daniel L. Hertz Sr. and Elizabeth Beet Hertz in Montclair, New Jersey, on February 27, 1930.[2] He married Isabel P. Waud. He served in the Korean War in the Army.[3]
Education
Hertz attended Stevens Institute of Technology, studying mechanical engineering, but he was asked to leave after his freshman year. He was later award an honorary degree, of which he said "that honorary degree came like a shot out of the blue... that kept me alive for years, it really did. After I was kicked out of Stevens, I thought if I ever showed up on campus I'd be lynched."[1]