Eric Williamson

Eric Williamson is President and General Manager of Gulf States Toyota, one of the world’s largest independent distributors of Toyota vehicles and parts. He is also an acting member of the Friedkin Executive Board that oversees all the Friedkin Automotive Companies including Gulf States Toyota, USAL, Friedkin Retail Operations and Accelerated Solutions Group. Prior to his current role at Gulf States Toyota, Eric held several positions with The Friedkin Group, including most recently Executive Vice President of Business Development. During his previous tenure at Gulf States Toyota, he held multiple positions across the organization including Fleet Operations, Toyota Rent-a-Car and Accessory Business Development and Director of Marketing. Eric is an acting Friedkin Executive Board Member of AS Roma Football Club and Imperative Entertainment and serves on the boards of Congaree Foundation and Air Force Heritage Flight Foundation, as well as the Greater Houston Partnership’s Transportation Committee. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Northwood University and advanced executive studies at University of Michigan and the University of Texas.