William Wightman, Cfa
About William Wightman, Cfa
William Wightman, CFA, serves as Managing Director and Head of RoW in Global Macro & Equity Sales at Piper Sandler, a position he has held since 2022. He has extensive experience in finance, having previously worked in various roles at firms such as New York Life Investments, Renaissance Macro Research, and Morgan Stanley.
Current Role at Piper Sandler
William Wightman serves as Managing Director and Head of RoW in Global Macro and Equity Sales at Piper Sandler. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the firm's strategic initiatives in the global markets. His role involves overseeing sales operations and developing client relationships across various regions.
Previous Experience at Renaissance Macro Research
Prior to his current role, Wightman worked at Renaissance Macro Research for ten years, from 2012 to 2022. He held the position of Partner and Head of European Institutional Sales, where he focused on institutional client engagement and market analysis.
Career Background in Financial Services
Wightman's career in financial services includes significant roles at various firms. He was a Regional Vice President/Wholesaler at New York Life Investments from 2010 to 2012. Earlier, he served as a Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley for eight months in 2007-2008 and as a Regional Consultant/Wholesaler at Lord, Abbett & Co. LLC from 2008 to 2010.
Education and Qualifications
William Wightman earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Finance and Real Estate from Florida State University, where he studied from 2002 to 2007. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his career in finance and investment.