Karsten R. Williams, MBA, Ctp
About Karsten R. Williams, MBA, Ctp
Karsten R. Williams is the Vice President and Treasurer at Patterson Companies, Inc., where he oversees securitization facilities and manages bank relationships. He has extensive experience in treasury operations, having previously held positions at G&K Services, Regis Corporation, and Syngenta.
Current Role at Patterson Companies
Karsten R. Williams serves as the Vice President and Treasurer at Patterson Companies, Inc. since 2016. In this role, he oversees securitization facilities and true sale accounting. He is responsible for authorizing credit to supply customers and lending on equipment for customers. Additionally, he provides share repurchase and dividend recommendations as part of his treasury responsibilities. Williams also manages bank relationships and capital markets/debt deals, ensuring effective financial operations within the organization.
Previous Experience in Treasury Operations
Prior to his current position, Williams held several roles in treasury operations. He worked at G&K Services as Senior Manager of Treasury Operations and Capital Markets from 2009 to 2013. He also served as a Treasury Analyst at Regis Corporation from 2005 to 2006 and as a Finance Manager and Assistant Treasurer at Select Comfort from 2006 to 2009. His experience includes managing financial operations and providing strategic insights in various organizations.
Educational Background
Williams earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management and Accounting from St. John's University, where he studied from 1999 to 2002. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a concentration in Finance and Accounting from the University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management, completing his studies from 2008 to 2012. This educational foundation supports his expertise in finance and treasury management.
Leadership and Committee Involvement
At Patterson Companies, Williams leads the Finance and Corporate Development Committee, which is a committee of the Board of Directors. His leadership role involves guiding financial strategies and corporate development initiatives, contributing to the overall governance and financial health of the organization.
Career Progression and Skills
Williams has a diverse career trajectory in finance and treasury management. He worked at US Bank as Sales and Services Manager from 2002 to 2005 and served as Business Controller for R&D/Biotech at Syngenta from 2013 to 2016. His skills include conducting credit reviews and analysis for larger DSO/strategic account customers, demonstrating his proficiency in financial analysis and risk management.