Joseph G. Parham, Jr. is senior vice president of human resources for Atlanta-based Acuity Brands, Inc. Acuity Brands is composed of the Acuity Lighting Group, the world's largest lighting fixture manufacturer, and Acuity Specialty products, a leading provider of specialty chemicals. Prior to joining Acuity Brands, Parham spent 25 years at Polaroid Corporation where he served in a variety of roles, including president of Polaroid Eyewear and senior vice president of human resources. He has a BS degree in management and an MBA degree in economics, both from Babson College. Parham is a member of the board of the National Kidney Foundation of Georgia and a former member of the board of directors of International Multifoods Corporation. |