Feb 22, 2011. /Lesprom Network/. Paul G. Boynton, Rayonier’s President and COO, has been elected to its board of directors, effective immediately, as the company said in a press release received by Lesprom Network. “Paul’s expertise in all three of our core businesses will bring a unique perspective on strategy and execution to the board,” said Lee M. Thomas, Chairman and CEO. “His long-standing relationships with our customers and his 11 years of operational experience with Rayonier will also benefit the board.” Boynton was elected to his current position as Rayonier’s President and COO in September 2010. He previously served as executive vice president, Forest Resources and Real Estate. Boynton joined Rayonier in 1999 as director of Performance Fibers marketing and sales, and was later named vice president, Performance Fibers marketing and sales, and senior vice president, Performance Fibers. Rayonier is a leading international forest products company with three core businesses: Timber, Real Estate and Performance Fibers. The company owns, leases or manages 2.4 million acres of timber and land in the United States and New Zealand.