William Pfaff
About William Pfaff
William Pfaff serves as the Senior Vice President and Central Regional Head of ISB Credit Management at HSBC, bringing over 17 years of experience in financial analysis and credit management across various industries. His diverse background includes roles at Citi, Swiss Valley Farms, and the United States Peace Corps, along with multiple academic achievements in finance and international management.
Current Role at HSBC
William Pfaff currently serves as the Senior Vice President and Central Regional Head of ISB Credit Management at HSBC. He has held this position since 2017, contributing to the management of credit across various sectors. His role involves overseeing credit risk and ensuring effective credit management strategies are implemented within the organization.
Previous Experience in Credit Management
Before his current role at HSBC, William Pfaff worked as Vice President and Senior Portfolio Manager at HSBC from 2015 to 2017. His experience also includes a significant tenure at Citi, where he served as Vice President and Credit Manager from 2008 to 2015. His background in credit management spans over a decade, providing him with extensive expertise in the field.
Education and Expertise
William Pfaff holds an International MBA from ESCP Europe, which he completed in 2007. He also earned an International MBA from the Darla Moore School of Business, focusing on Finance and French, from 2006 to 2008. His educational background includes a BA in Spanish from Viterbo University and a BA in International Management from Luther College. He specializes in financial analysis, modeling, mergers and acquisitions, and enterprise valuation.
Background in International Development
William Pfaff has a background in international development, having worked with the United States Peace Corps as a Small Business Development Consultant in Guatemala from 2001 to 2004. His role involved supporting local businesses and enhancing economic development in the region. This experience complements his financial expertise and provides a broader understanding of global markets.
Diverse Industry Knowledge
William Pfaff possesses sector knowledge across a wide range of industries, including Consumer Discretionary, Health Care, Information Technology, and Energy. His ability to manage credit through various economic cycles, particularly in the oil and gas sector, reflects his comprehensive understanding of the financial landscape. Additionally, his bilingual skills enhance his capability to manage multinational corporate banking relationships.