Background
Kent, William A. was born on September 1, 1942 in Cincinnati. Son of William Charles and Wilbeth Marie (Koehler) Kent.
Kent, William A. was born on September 1, 1942 in Cincinnati. Son of William Charles and Wilbeth Marie (Koehler) Kent.
Bachelor of Science in Physics, University Cincinnati, 1964. Master of Business Administration, Xavier University, 1967.
Quality engineer Armco Steel Corporation, Middletown, Ohio, 1964-1965. Project manager General Electric Company, Evendale, 1965-1969. Vice president Chester Products, Middletown, 1969-1972, Horner Equipment of Florida, Fort Lauderdale, 1972-1973, president, owner, since 1974.
Seminar presenter Pool & Spa Industry Conventions, 1977-1989.
City council candidate City of Wilton Manors, Florida, 1980. Director International Swimming Hall of Fame, Fort Lauderdale, since 1987. Member National Spa and Pool Institute (national vice president 1975-1979, chairman technical council 1981-1986, chairman consumer awareness committee since 1988).
Married Carol Ann Fredricks, May 28, 1966 (divorced August 1987). Children: William F., Lisa M., Lesley A. Married Gera Vanderweyden, December 24, 1988.