Bill joined Newport in 2013 and has worked with companies in the technology, wireless, media and distribution industries. Prior to joining Newport, he was the CFO and COO of a provider of staffing services to the telecommunications and technology sectors in Atlanta. In that role Bill was responsible for staffing, project management, human resources and finance functions and led a capital raise of $7.5 million. Bill’s accomplishments include leading a private equity raise, an IPO and a $175 million public debt offering along with directing over 15 M&A transactions and 12 business start-ups in the U.S. and internationally. Bill brings discipline in financial strategy and operations to companies based on his experience as CFO and CEO of private and public companies.