William Wakefield

William Wakefield is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in financial planning and analysis across diverse sectors. As the Director of Global Financial Planning & Analysis at Rainforest Alliance, William successfully managed a budget exceeding $100 million, completing the budget cycle ahead of schedule. Previous roles include leading budgeting and forecasting efforts for large business units at Deltek and driving operational efficiencies and cost savings at Common Securitization Solutions. William has also contributed to strategic consulting for early-stage digital companies at Hypergrowth Advisors and has received multiple awards for excellence during tenure at Dovel Technologies and National Geographic Society Ventures. An educational background in engineering and finance, with degrees from the University of Virginia and the University of Maryland, complements William's professional accomplishments.