DIRECTOR ROBERT MUELLER ANNOUNCES WILSON LOWERY WILL BE LEAVING
HIS CURRENT POSITION TO PURSUE PERSONAL INTERESTS
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Director Robert S. Mueller, III, announced today
that Wilson Lowery, currently serving as the FBI's
Executive Assistant Director (EAD) for Administration
will leave his position in the FBI in July to pursue
personal interests. Mr. Lowery had intended to leave
the FBI at the end of 2003, however he was asked
to stay on while his replacement was sought. His
last day with the FBI will be July 9th, 2004.
Director Mueller very early in his tenure recognized
the need to bring in experts to assist in directing
FBI reengineering projects. Mr. Lowery's extensive
corporate background brought a specific business
proficiency to our administrative process, which
has permitted the FBI to better adjust to our ever-changing
roles. After coming out of retirement to join the
FBI team, Mr. Lowery's intent was to make a difference
for his country. His contributions to the FBI's
Administrative Department here at Headquarters,
throughout field offices, and abroad will continue
to guide the direction of future FBI transformations.
Mr. Lowery's accomplishments are varied and wide-reaching.
In FY 2004, the FBI will hire more people than we
have hired in any one year during our history, more
than 3,000, because of our streamlined hiring process,
recruiting efforts and long term strategy to meet
the Bureau's needs, each of which Mr. Lowery had
a hand in designing. In addition to guiding our
recruiting, Mr. Lowery also: assisted in the information
technology infrastructure upgrades by incorporating
expert opinions from the National Academy of Science
and creating the FBI Science Advisory Board; created
the first Human Capital Strategic Plan; introduced
new contract management disciplines; revamped manager
training to include techniques from the Kellogg
School of Management; has been instrumental in seeking
out and bringing to the FBI skilled outside experts.
Director Mueller stated: "We at the FBI know the
substantial contribution Wilson Lowery has made
to this organization. He has brought a lifetime
of experience in the business world and a knowledge
of re-engineering to improve the Bureau's ability
to perform its mission. He has greatly enhanced
our working relationships with Congress, the Administration
and DOJ." The Director noted that "Wilson Lowery
will be missed. His lasting contributions to the
country and to the FBI are appreciated."