William Ellis Corey

William Ellis Corey
Corey in 1922
2nd President of U.S. Steel
In office
1903–1911
Preceded byCharles M. Schwab
Succeeded byJames A. Farrell Sr.
President of the Carnegie Steel Company
In office
1901–1903
Personal details
Born(1866-05-04)May 4, 1866
DiedMay 11, 1934(1934-05-11) (aged 68)
Manhattan, New York City, US
Spouse(s)
Laura Cook
(m. 1883⁠–⁠1906)

(m. 1907⁠–⁠1923)
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William Ellis Corey (May 4, 1866 – May 11, 1934) was an American business executive. He was president of the Carnegie Steel Company from 1901 to 1903, and was president of the U.S. Steel from 1903 to 1911.