T.D. Williamson, a Tulsa-based pipeline and services company, today announced the retirement of longtime board chairman and past president and CEO Richard B. Williamson (also known as Dick Williamson), who has assumed the position of chairman emeritus. He is succeeded by his brother Stephen Williamson, who has served on the board of directors since 1977 and most recently held the position of vice chairman.
"It has been a tremendous honor to serve in leadership roles at T.D. Williamson since 1971 when my father ran the company," Dick Williamson said. "I couldn't be prouder of the work our talented employees accomplish, and I look forward to serving the company as chairman emeritus. The family legacy will continue under my brother Steve and our president and CEO Bob McGrew."
Dick is considered a luminary by many pipeline industry bodies and is also recognized by numerous community organizations for his leadership where he continues to serve.
Steve Williamson is a graduate of Vanderbilt University with a degree in German and history. He also holds degrees in peace and conflict studies and international relations. Steve Williamson joined T.D. Williamson in 1971 and was assigned to Williamson International in Brussels to work on international marketing efforts in Europe. He has served in numerous functional and leadership roles during his career in T.D. Williamson.
In January of 1989, Steve Williamson purchased a division of T.D. Williamson, located in Georgetown, Ontario, Canada, and ran it until January 2007 when the division was sold back to T.D. Williamson. He was active in the Canadian Gas Association (CGA) and served on the CGA board for 6 years. He joined the T.D. Williamson board of directors in 1977.
"I am proud to succeed Dick in serving as chairman of the board and to continue the Williamson industry tradition at TDW," Steve Williamson said. "Our experienced leadership team under Bob McGrew is strong and committed, our employees are the best in the industry, and T.D. Williamson's brand remains strong globally."
