Background
Ryan, William R. was born on September 19, 1911 in New York City. Son of William Joseph and Lillian Theresa Ryan.
Ryan, William R. was born on September 19, 1911 in New York City. Son of William Joseph and Lillian Theresa Ryan.
Master of Engineering, Stevens Institute of Technology, 1934.
Director engineering, EDO Corporation, College Point, New York, 1946-1952; vice president, EDO Corporation, 1952-1960; executive vice president, EDO Corporation, 1960-1962; president, chief Executive officer, chairman, EDO Corporation, 1962-1983; Chairman of the Board, EDO Corporation, since 1983. Consultant in field.
Member Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Society Automotive Engineers, Society Naval Architects and Marine Engineers, American Society Naval Engineers, New York Athletic Club, New York Yacht Club, Cruising Club of America, Storm Tyrsail Club, Metropolitan Club.
Married Nancy West, June 26, 1937 (deceased 1989). Children: Susan, Christine, Richard. Married Joan Sparks, March 10, 1990.