Williams is a Louisville, Ky., native who earned degrees in engineering and management. While in the Air Force, he was stationed in 15 locales around the globe. But those are insignificant things when you take into consideration the type of atmosphere that's been created here. People are helpful and go out of their way to make others feel welcome. That carries over to the businesses looking here.
Quality of life is a major consideration.
He added that Abilene boasts an employee base with a strong work ethic and visionary leadership, as shown by the development of resources such as the Greater Abilene Industrial District. Ehrie purposely hired a local applicant whose initiation won't be split between learning the job and the community. But we like Mark for his communication and creativity. It's a good fit based on what we're asking him to do. E.W. Scripps Publications , All Rights Reserved.