From 2001 until his retirement in 2002, Mr. Layman was President and Chief Executive Officer of Blount International, Inc. Prior thereto, Mr. Layman served in other capacities with Blount International, including President and Chief Operating Officer from 1999 to 2001, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer from 1997 to 2000 and Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer from 1993 to 1997. From 1981 through 1992, Mr. Layman held various financial management positions with VME Group/Volvo AB. From 1970 to 1980, Mr. Layman held various operations and financial management positions with Ford Motor Company. Mr. Layman is currently a director of Blount International, Grant Prideco, Inc. and Infinity Property and Casualty Corporation. |