AL HR87

Commends Dr. William F. Pickard for his outstanding professional achievement across a 45-year entrepreneurial career.

Recognizes Dr. Pickard's role as Chairperson of Global Automotive Alliance, which has generated over $5 billion in sales since 1989 with eight plants in the United States and Canada, serving major corporations including Boeing, Mercedes Benz, Ford, and General Motors.

Acknowledges his significant philanthropic contributions, including over $1 million donated to the National Museum of African American History and Culture and over $3 million to Western Michigan University.

Notes his public service appointments, including first Chairperson of the African Development Foundation (1982), membership on the National Advisory Committee on Trade Policy Negotiations (1990), and service on numerous business and nonprofit boards.

Honors his leadership, management skills, and published book "Millionaire Moves" which shares principles for entrepreneurial success.