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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 17, 2000
DRESSER WAYNE ANNOUNCES NEW DIVISION LEADERSHIP
HOUSTON, Texas - Dresser Equipment Group, Inc. (DEG), announced the appointment of John P. Ryan to president of its Wayne Division effective immediately. Wayne Division is a leading supplier of technologically advanced gasoline dispensing equipment, point-of-sale and outdoor payment systems for the retail petroleum industry.
Ryan joined the Wayne sales team in 1987. He has served in various management roles, including president of Wayne U.S. since 1996. A graduate of Villanova University, Ryan was employed by Goulds Pumps prior to joining the Wayne team.
"John's commitment to teamwork and his leadership skills made him a choice candidate for the position," said Patrick Murray, president of Dresser Equipment Group.
Ryan replaces Jim Hilton, who is retiring in February. Hilton began his distinguished career with Dresser Industries in 1972 as chief engineer for the Package Compressor Division. In ensuing years, he held leadership and senior level management positions in various Dresser business units.
Ryan said, "I am looking forward to the challenges ahead. The retail petroleum market is rapidly changing and we are excited about the many opportunities for growth. One of the primary areas of my focus will be on continuing our efforts to build a truly global company."
Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Wayne has been partnering with its customers for more than 100 years to provide solutions through its mastery of technology and responsiveness to customer needs. Visit Wayne's web site at www.wayne.com.
Dresser Equipment Group is a global leader in equipment and services for all phases of the energy industry. Products include valves, instruments, fuel dispensers, and gas meters.
Founded in 1919, Halliburton Company is the world's leading diversified energy services, engineering, energy equipment, construction and maintenance company. In 1998, Halliburton's consolidated revenues were $17.4 billion, and it conducted business with a workforce of approximately 100,000 in more than 120 countries. The company's World Wide Web site can be accessed at www.halliburton.com.
Contact
Shari Binford
Dresser Wayne
(p) 512.388.8350
Zelma Branch
Halliburton Company
(p) 713.676.7067
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