Background
Martin, Gerard J. was born on February 8, 1937 in Des Moines. Son of William R. Martin and Mary Louise (Festner) Martin Sweeney.
Martin, Gerard J. was born on February 8, 1937 in Des Moines. Son of William R. Martin and Mary Louise (Festner) Martin Sweeney.
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration magna cum laude, Marquette University, 1972.
Manager industrial engineering General Motors Corporation, Milwaukee, 1957-1974. Director corporation planning Miller Brewing Company, 1974-1978. President Better Brands-New York, New York City, 1978-1979.
Executive vice president Seven-Up Company, St.Louis, 1979-1985. Vice president marketing Schenley Industries, Dallas, 1985-1986. Investor, consultant, since 1986.
President lay board St. Mary's Health Center, St. Louis, 1982-1985. Vice chairman board directors Family Hospital, Milwaukee, 1977-1978. Served with United States Navy, 1954-1957.
Member Beta Gamma Sigma.
Married Carolyn Joan Karau, July 26, 1956. Children– Victoria, Cheryl, Dennis.