He was Master of the Mercers ' Company in 1587 , and was a founder - member of the Russia Company .
While he never succeeded in settling his debt in full , Egerton did enjoy commercial success during the remainder of his life .
Egerton was Master of the Mercers ' Company in 1587 , and was a founder - member of the Russia Company .
While he never succeeded in settling his debt in full , Egerton did enjoy commercial success during the remainder of his life .