The Glosten Associates Announces Leadership Changes

The Glosten Associates, a Seattle naval architecture and marine engineering consulting firm announces new leadership in the following positions: President, Chairman of the Board, and Director of Production Services.

The Glosten Associates Board of Directors elected John L.R. Edgar (pictured right), III, as President effective January 1, 2011. Jay will serve as Glosten’s fourth President since its founding in 1958. William L. Hurley, Jr., having served as President since 2001, will serve as Chairman of the Board.

Jay Edgar, President

Jay Edgar, a graduate of Webb Institute of Naval Architecture, joined Glosten in 1988. Throughout his career he has been a resource for creative design solutions and has been responsible for delivery of many of the firm’s most complex projects.

Over the last few years as Director of Engineering and most recently as Vice President, Jay has focused on reinforcing the firm’s engineering structure and processes.

“I am honored to have this opportunity to lead the Glosten Associates. Our firm has thrived under three remarkable leaders – Larry Glosten, Duane Laible, and Bill Hurley. It is a privilege for me to build on the enduring vision of engineering excellence and client service, guiding this talented and creative group of Associates as we grow to meet new and exciting challenges.”

William Hurley, Chairman (pictured, right)

Since joining The Glosten Associates in 1977, Bill Hurley has specialized in vessel design and construction while building close ties throughout the marine industry. During his tenure as President, Glosten doubled in size, increased its range of services, and expanded into new national and international markets.

Bill will continue to be closely involved in the firm, both as Chairman and supporting and executing strategic business initiatives. “It has been very satisfying to help the firm grow and evolve. It is also very rewarding to have accomplished this leadership transition and to see Jay ready and able to lead the firm into a very promising future.”

New Hire

Kenneth R. Lane (pictured, right), PE, has joined the firm as Director of Production Services. In this role, he will enhance the firm’s production design capabilities, focusing on current projects and existing client needs.
Company President, Jay Edgar commented, “There is a continuing need for higher value detailing work, effectively performing the more challenging detailing of components and systems. With Ken on our team, we can focus on these opportunities.”

Ken has 30 years of marine industry experience in vessel design, ranging from concept through detail design and construction. He brings to Glosten a critical eye for concise contract documents. An accomplished project manager, he has focused on organizing project teams and developing project management standards.

Ken brings operational and planning experience to the Glosten team. His extensive experience in engineering firm management will provide clients the resources required to successfully guide them through a project.

Education: Ken has a BSE in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering from the University of Michigan and he completed the University of Washington short course in Ship Production Technology
Ken is a registered Professional Engineer in the states of Washington and Oregon.