Background
Bratton, William Edward was born on October 25, 1919 in Dallas, Texas, United States. Son of William E. and Edna (Walker) Bratton.
management consultant electronics executive
Bratton, William Edward was born on October 25, 1919 in Dallas, Texas, United States. Son of William E. and Edna (Walker) Bratton.
Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Stanford University, 1940; Master of Business Administration, Harvard University, 1945.
From vice president to president, Librascope, Glendale, California, 1947-1963; vice president, general manager, Ampex, Culver City, California, 1963-1966; president, Guidance Technology, Santa Monica, California, 1967-1968; vice president electronics division, General Dynamics, San Diego, 1969-1972; president, Theta Cable Television, Santa Monica, 1974-1982; president, chief Executive officer, Stagecoach Properties, Salado, Texas, since 1959.
Served to lieutenant (junior grade) United States Naval Reserve, 1944-1946. Member of El Niguel Country (Laguna, California) (president 1978-1979).
Married Betty Thume, May 30, 1942. Children: Dale, Janet, Donna.