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Lloyd Williams

Director, China Operations at Gibson

Lloyd Williams has extensive work experience in the manufacturing and music industry. Lloyd started their career in the US Army as an Illustrator and served for five years before being honorably discharged. Lloyd then worked as a Technical Illustrator for the US Armed Forces in Europe.

In 1987, they joined Burdeshaw Associates, Ltd as a Manager in Design and Automated Data Processing. Lloyd moved on to Baldwin Piano & Organ Co in 1990, where they worked as the Manager of Advertising and Production. Lloyd then joined Gibson Guitar in 2001 as a Marketing Director for the Baldwin Piano line.

At Gibson Brands, Inc, they held various roles including Director of China Operations, Director of Asia Manufacturing, and Marketing/Import Product Manager. Lloyd was responsible for overseeing multiple manufacturing facilities, managing OEM oversight, and ensuring compliance with government and company policies.

In 2011, Lloyd worked as the General Manager and Process Improvement Consultant at Shadow Electronics Company, where they provided overall direction for their China manufacturing facility.

In 2012, they rejoined Gibson Guitar as the Director of China Operations for Gibson China. Lloyd was responsible for providing operational direction for multiple manufacturing facilities, reviewing and approving contracts, and establishing MRP systems.

Throughout their career, Lloyd has demonstrated expertise in operations management, financial controls, and HR administration. Lloyd has also played a key role in product design, brand building, and marketing.

Lloyd Williams attended Lowery Technical Training Center from an unspecified start year until 1980, focusing on Illustration & Design.

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Timeline

  • Director, China Operations

    November, 2001 - present

  • Director Asia Manufacturing

    August, 2004

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