William Garrett

William Garrett has extensive experience in financial management and executive roles. William is currently serving as the Chief Financial Officer at Allbridge, a position they began in April 2022. Prior to this, they held the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Global Knowledge from April 2019 to May 2022.

Before joining Global Knowledge, Garrett worked as the Chief Financial Officer and Managing Member at Hybrid Enterprises LLC from December 2014 to March 2019. During this time, they played a key role in the launch and market development of a hybrid airship manufactured by Lockheed Martin. William also led contract negotiations, developed business and financing plans, and established treasury and risk management functions.

From November 2007 to November 2014, Garrett was the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Global Aviation Holdings, Inc. William was recruited by the private equity firm MaitlinPatterson LLP and oversaw corporate finance for three independently operated airlines. William managed various financial functions, including treasury, aircraft and corporate finance, restructuring, and risk management.

Garrett's career began at Gemini Air Cargo Inc., where they served as the Senior Vice President of Operations and COO from March 2000 to February 2007. In this role, they directed a large team and was responsible for aircraft acquisition, disposition strategies, and implementing performance metrics that improved operational efficiency.

Prior to their position at Gemini Air Cargo Inc., Garrett worked as a Senior Advisor at MatlinPatterson Global Advisers, specializing in operational and financial restructuring efforts at aviation portfolio companies. This role was held from February 2007 to November 2007.

William Garrett attended Washington and Lee University from 1983 to 1987, where they earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Accounting and Business Administration.