William F. (Bill) Christopher is responsible for Alcoa's global efforts in the aerospace, automotive and commercial transportation areas. He was appointed group president for Alcoa's aerospace and commercial transportation groups in September 2002 and assumed additional responsibility for automotive in January 2003. This group includes Alcoa Auto and Truck Structures, Alcoa Building and Construction Systems, Alcoa Electrical and Electronics Solutions, Alcoa Fastening Systems, Alcoa Power and Propulsion, and Alcoa Wheel Products businesses. In addition, he is a member of Alcoa's Executive Council, the senior leadership group that provides strategic direction for the company. Bill serves as the director of Alcoa's Global Aerospace Market Sector.