W. Ed Tyler

An experienced executive, Ed Tyler brings a long track record in leadership and entrepreneurial positions to his role. Mr. Tyler served as Chairman of the Board of First Industrial from January 2009 to January 2016. He also served as Lead Director and Interim CEO of First Industrial from October 2008 through January 2009.

Mr. Tyler is CEO of Ideapoint Ventures, an early-stage venture fund that focuses on nanotechnologies.

Prior to joining Ideapoint, Mr. Tyler served as President and CEO of Moore Corporation Limited, a provider of data capture, information design, marketing services, digital communications, and print solutions. During his tenure at Moore, he led a worldwide repositioning and restructuring of the company.

Earlier, Mr. Tyler worked for 24 years with R. R. Donnelley & Sons Company in Chicago, beginning his career as an electronics engineer and ultimately serving as Executive Vice President, Sector President, and 50 Chief Technology Officer. He also was responsible for 77 Capital, an early-stage venture capital subsidiary of Donnelley, where he was directly responsible for investment decisions and worked closely with the portfolio companies while participating on many of their boards.