April 4, 2005, New York, NY – E. Davisson Hardman, managing director of Morgan Stanley and U.S. Head of Real Estate Investing, has joined the Board of Directors of the Global Partnership for Afghanistan
"We are delighted to bring Dave Hardman's financial and business experience to our Board of Directors," said Dana Freyer, GPFA Co-Chair. "Dave shares our board's commitment to help rebuild Afghanistan so that it can once again find its place in international horticultural markets. With his skills and knowledge, we are well positioned to help Afghan entrepreneurs build competitive businesses as they replant their orchards, nurseries and woodlots.
Following five years on active duty in the U.S. Army, Mr. Hardman has spent the last 28 years in real estate investment and finance, raising and investing capital both in the U.S. and in emerging markets in Asia. He holds a B.S. from the United States Military Academy and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School.