Charles J. Cramer taught management and finance at LACC from 1965 to 1987. He also served the college in a number of different capacities—college Registrar, Chair of the LACC Overseas Program, and facilitator of community college programs for U.S. military personnel serving in Korea and Thailand. Professor Cramer had a strong foundation in business, through his college education at USC where he earned both Bachelors and Masters Degrees in business, and through his family's businesses. He served as president of the Charles J. Cramer Company (sales and service of scientific instruments) and the Charles J. Cramer & Company (EXXON Petroleum by-products distributorship with his father). In addition, Professor Cramer was a Registered Representative (Series 7 broker's license) and a Registered Investment Advisor (Life and Disability Insurance license) and an investment consultant.
Furthering his dedication to the college, Professor Cramer served on the Board of Directors of the Los Angeles City College Foundation for more than 20 years. His investment savvy helped the Foundation to grow its portfolio and increase its support for students, faculty and the college.
Charles J. Cramer left a lasting legacy for LACC students through a substantial estate gift.