William J. Schoen, age 72, has served as Chairman of the Board since April 1986. He was first elected a director in February 1983, became President and Chief Operating Officer in December 1983, Co-Chief Executive Officer in December 1985 and Chief Executive Officer in April 1986. He served as President until April 1997 and Chief Executive Officer until January 2001. From 1982 to 1987, Mr.. Schoen was Chairman of Commerce National Bank, Naples, Florida, and from 1973 to 1981 he was President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Executive Officer of The F&M Schaefer Corporation, a consumer products company. From 1971 to 1973, Mr. Schoen was President of the Pierce Glass subsidiary of Indian Head, Inc., a diversified company. |