Background
James, Joseph W. was born on June 1, 1926 in Galt, California, United States. Son of William and Josephine James.
diversified corporation executive
James, Joseph W. was born on June 1, 1926 in Galt, California, United States. Son of William and Josephine James.
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Southern California, 1946. Master of Business Administration in Industrial Management, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1964.
Various positions, then director product planning Chrysler Corporation, 1952-1973. President National Car Rental System, Inc., Minneapolis, 1973-1981, now chairman chief executive officer, director. Executive vice president Household International, Inc., Prospect Heights, Illinois, since 1981, also board directors.
Board directors Mack Trucks, Inc., Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Married Rachel P. Jaeger, September 30, 1950. Children: Helen James MacDonald, Clayton, Christopher, Curtis.