Harvey Guillén
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Appearances Over Time
Podcast Appearances
It's his job to oversee the entire production of the Monopoly game.
Jerry used to be a Hollywood, Florida, police officer, and he'd been a good one.
But in 1980, his body betrayed him.
He developed a rare neurological disorder that caused his wrists to seize up.
He lost his grip strength and was medically retired.
So in 1981, when Jerry gets the job at Simon Marketing, he treats it like his redemption.
Jerry is the perfect employee.
From 1981 to 1987, he is the guy you want on your payroll.
He's meticulous.
He is the kind of guy who stays late to check the locks three times.
So, in 1987, when McDonald's launches Monopoly, Jerry is the obvious choice.
He's promoted to oversee the entire security operation.
He isn't just guarding the game, he's the one who designs the unbreakable chain of custody.
Two years in, Jerry walks the floor of Dittler Brothers with a scowl.
He personally inspects the trash cans for loose stickers.
He even weighs the waste bags to make sure no paper is missing.
Jerry is the perfect watchman, but he has a secret.
Jerry has become resentful.
He is the man who has spent his life protecting other people's money.
He watches the executives at McDonald's buying yachts.