William Thornton

William Thornton is a seasoned sales executive with extensive experience in leading teams across various financial services and technology sectors. Currently serving as the Regional Vice President of Sales at Twilio since January 2022, William is responsible for guiding a field sales team to deliver customer engagement solutions through various communication channels. Prior to Twilio, William held leadership roles at NCR Corporation, IBM, Oracle, American Express, and Bank of America, with a focus on driving sales strategies, enhancing customer experiences, and managing teams targeting financial institutions. William holds an Executive MBA in Finance and Marketing from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and French from Washington and Lee University.