Chairman of the Board, Kenmar Corporation
Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters
1998
Citation:
During the past five decades, you have distinguished yourself as a successful businessman, generous philanthropist and dedicated community servant. Your visionary business leadership has resulted in the exceptional growth of Kenmar, an international corporation renowned for the quality of its services, the integrity of its management and the employee-centered nature of its corporate culture. The 37 years of successful operations since you founded Kenmar attest to the value of the foundational business principles your work embodies. Your characteristic generosity in community initiatives and willing contributions of your time, expertise and resources have made a substantial impact on such organizations as Providence Hospital, the American Heart Association, Providence Cancer Care Campaign, the Archdiocese of Detroit, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Detroit, the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, Loyola High School and numerous others. One of the primary beneficiaries or your generosity has been this University. Since your graduation from the University, you have remained as enthusiastic and knowledgeable advocate for your work. You have served on the Board of Trustees and have been a visible presence in Titan athletics. Your support of the College of Business Administration and the University at large has been invaluable, enhancing the learning experience of our students and allowing us to optimize the use of our resources in support of our mission. In honor of your outstanding professional integrity, energetic commitment to business development and dedication to the vitality of our community, the University of Detroit Mercy is pleased to award you an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters Degree. Commencement, University of Detroit Mercy, May 9, 1998.