Executive Profile: G.T. “Butch” Darce, Taylors International Services
Name: G.T. “Butch” Darce
Position: Chairman & CEO
Company: Taylors International Services, Lafayette
Age: 66
Hometown: Morgan City
Education: Basic oilfield short courses, international sales short courses, international law short courses
Where did your career start,...
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