[4][5] Blau joined Griffon – then known as Instrument Systems Corporation (ISC) – as General Counsel in 1966.
[7][8][9] Under Blau's leadership, ISC grew to a large diversified conglomerate whose wholly owned subsidiaries produced garage doors, clothing, specialty plastics, and aerospace and defense electronics.
[10] In 1995, Blau renamed ISC as Griffon Corporation, a name inspired by the mythical half-eagle, half-lion symbolizing the combined strengths of the company's different subsidiaries.
[16] Blau's commitment to public service is evident in his extensive involvement in local government.
In these roles, Blau worked to address community needs, promote development initiatives, and enhance the quality of life for residents.