Biography

MR. WILLIAMS became chairman of GRN in December 2002. Prior to joining GRN, he worked as an independent business consultant, advising major companies and financial institutions. In 1993, he founded the privately held Grand Eagle Companies, a leader in the field of electrical and mechanical repairs and services. Until 2000, he served as CEO and president, and was a member of the board of directors. From 1990-92, Mr. Williams was chairman of the board and managing director of Monotype Corporation, PLC, a privately held business specializing in the manufacturing and distribution of electronic equipment and publishing systems. From 1988-90, he offered consulting services and performed valuations for venture capital and investment banking firms. During 1981-88, Mr. Williams worked at AM International, a Fortune 500 company located in Chicago. His first position was vice president of corporate planning and development and after several promotions, he became president, chief operating officer and board of director’s member. Before 1981, he held various engineering and strategic planning positions with General Electric and the Zurich, Switzerland-based, Alusuisse, Ltd. Mr. Williams chairs the GRN advisory board.