Bill Scanlon
About Bill Scanlon
Bill Scanlon is the Head of FP&A at LocaliQ, part of Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK, where he has worked since 2022. He has held various leadership roles in finance and operations, including Chief Financial Officer at ThriveHive and General Manager at UpCurve Cloud.
Current Role at Gannett
Bill Scanlon serves as the Head of FP&A for LocaliQ at Gannett, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for financial planning and analysis, contributing to the strategic direction of LocaliQ, which focuses on digital marketing solutions. His work is based in Boston, Massachusetts, where he leverages his extensive experience in finance to support the company's objectives.
Previous Experience at ThriveHive
Prior to his current role, Bill Scanlon was the Chief Financial Officer at ThriveHive from 2017 to 2022. During his five years in this position, he oversaw financial operations and strategy, playing a key role in the company's growth and financial health.
Background at GateHouse Media
Bill Scanlon held several positions at GateHouse Media from 2005 to 2013. He served as General Manager of Enterprise Publishing Company LLC, VP of Strategic Projects, VP of Production & Distribution, and VP of Labor & Union Relations. His roles involved managing operations, strategic initiatives, and labor relations, contributing to the overall performance of the organization.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Bill Scanlon studied at Munster Technological University, where he focused on Accounting and achieved the FCCA qualification. This educational background supports his expertise in financial management and operational re-engineering.
Expertise in Financial Management
Bill Scanlon has a strong background in cash-flow planning and cash management. He possesses expertise in operational re-engineering, performance measurement, talent identification, recruitment, and retention. His experience also includes involvement in M&A activities and board and investor level reporting.