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Ray Stanton Avery

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Ray Stanton Avery

Founder, Avery Dennison Corp.


Who was Ray Stanton Avery?

Ray Stanton Avery, born on January 13, 1907, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, was a trailblazing entrepreneur and inventor who revolutionized the world of labeling with his groundbreaking contributions to self-adhesive technology. As the founder of Avery Dennison Corporation, his legacy continues to shape the packaging and labeling industry.

Avery's journey into entrepreneurship began in the 1930s when he established Kum-Kleen Products, a small business specializing in producing self-adhesive labels for various applications. However, it was in 1935 that he achieved a monumental breakthrough by developing the world's first commercially viable self-adhesive label.

Realizing the immense potential of his invention, Avery founded Avery Adhesives in 1937, which later evolved into the Avery Dennison Corporation. His innovative self-adhesive labels quickly gained popularity for their convenience and versatility, transforming the traditional approach to labeling and packaging. The impact was felt across industries, from consumer goods to logistics, streamlining processes and enhancing efficiency.

Ray Stanton Avery's inventive spirit did not stop at self-adhesive labels. Recognizing the need for more efficient postage systems, he extended his pioneering work to the creation of self-adhesive postage stamps. His ingenuity not only simplified the mailing process but also significantly reduced the time and effort involved in affixing stamps to envelopes.

Throughout his career, Avery's commitment to innovation and quality propelled his company to new heights. Avery Dennison Corporation became a global leader in labeling and packaging solutions, continually introducing advancements that revolutionized the way businesses operated.


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William Egan

1st Governor of Alaska

6th cousin 2 times removed
via Benjamin Brewster

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Taylor Lautner

TV and Movie Actor

7th cousin 5 times removed
via Jonathan Brewster

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Taylor Lautner

TV and Movie Actor

9th cousin 3 times removed
via Francis Eaton

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Taylor Lautner

TV and Movie Actor

9th cousin 3 times removed
via Christian Penn

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Diane Brewster

TV and Movie Actress

8th cousin 2 times removed
via William Brewster

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Lyman Spitzer

Astronomer and Theoretical Physicist

7th cousin 3 times removed
via George Denison

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Lyman Spitzer

Astronomer and Theoretical Physicist

7th cousin 3 times removed
via Jonathan Brewster

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Parker Stevenson

TV and Movie Actor

8th cousin 2 times removed
via William Brewster

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Parker Stevenson

TV and Movie Actor

7th cousin 4 times removed
via Thomas Stanton

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Parker Stevenson

TV and Movie Actor

7th cousin 3 times removed
via Richard Treat

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Parker Stevenson

TV and Movie Actor

7th cousin 3 times removed
via George Denison

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Paris Hilton

Socialite and TV Personality

16th cousin 1 time removed
via Sir John Throckmorton

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George Mason

Father of the U.S. Bill of Rights

9th cousin 7 times removed
via Sir John Throckmorton

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Gretchen Mol

TV and Movie Actress

7th cousin 4 times removed
via George Denison

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Alec Baldwin

Television and Movie Actor

6th cousin 3 times removed
via Nathaniel Chesebrough

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Alec Baldwin

Television and Movie Actor

7th cousin 3 times removed
via James Avery

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Fannie Farmer

Author of original Fannie Farmer Cookbook

8th cousin
via John Thompson

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General George B. McClellan

Union Army - U.S. Civil War

7th cousin 1 time removed
via John Thompson

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Gretchen Mol

TV and Movie Actress

6th cousin 3 times removed
via James Avery Jr.

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Gretchen Mol

TV and Movie Actress

8th cousin 4 times removed
via John Thompson

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John Ritter

TV and Movie Actor

8th cousin 3 times removed
via John Thompson

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Nicholas Gilman

Signer of the U.S. Constitution

5th cousin 3 times removed
via William Denison

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Tammy Duckworth

U.S. Senator from Illinois

7th cousin 4 times removed
via James Avery

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Tammy Duckworth

U.S. Senator from Illinois

8th cousin 4 times removed
via John Thompson

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Tammy Duckworth

U.S. Senator from Illinois

7th cousin 3 times removed
via George Denison

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