Lawrence S. Smith

Overview

Lawrence S. Smith, 60, joined our Board of Directors in June 2007, immediately following our separation from Tyco International. Mr. Smith was named Executive Vice President in 1995 and Co-Chief Financial Officer in 2002 of Comcast Corporation, a broadband cable provider until he retired in March 2007. He presently consults for Comcast Corporation. He served in finance and administration positions at Comcast from 1988 to 1995. Prior to joining Comcast, Mr. Smith was the Chief Financial Officer of Advanta Corporation. He also worked for Arthur Andersen LLP for 18 years, where he was a tax partner. Mr. Smith has a bachelor's degree from Ithaca College. Mr. Smith is a Director of Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. and MGM Holdings, Inc.