William Payne

Managing Director, Chief Operating Officer at New Fortress Energy

William Payne has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and companies. William began their career as a Summer Analyst in Investment Banking at Scotiabank in 2013. After completing their internship, they joined Scotiabank as an Analyst in Investment Banking in 2014. In 2016, Payne moved to Fortress Investment Group, where they worked as an Associate in Private Equity until 2017. William then joined New Fortress Energy in 2018 and held multiple positions, including Associate in Private Equity, Vice President, Managing Director, and Chief Operating Officer. Payne also served as a Board Member at Golar Hilli Corporation from 2021 to 2023.

William Payne earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from Vanderbilt University.

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Timeline

  • Managing Director, Chief Operating Officer

    July, 2023 - present

  • Managing Director

    January, 2023

  • Vice President

    September, 2019

  • Associate, Private Equity

    January, 2018

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