Bill Thompson
About Bill Thompson
Bill Thompson serves as the Director of Platform Management at Signiant, where he has worked since 2021. With extensive experience in marketing and product management across various technology companies, he has held significant roles at organizations such as SeaChange International, Anystream, and EditShare.
Current Role at Signiant
Bill Thompson serves as the Director of Platform Management at Signiant, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing platform strategy and management, contributing to the company's growth in the media and entertainment technology sector. His tenure at Signiant follows a previous role as Senior Platform Manager from 2019 to 2021, where he focused on enhancing platform capabilities and user experience.
Previous Experience in Marketing and Product Management
Thompson has extensive experience in marketing and product management across various companies. He worked at SeaChange International as Director of Marketing from 2004 to 2005. He then held positions at Anystream as Director of Broadband Products and Senior Director of Solutions Marketing from 2005 to 2007. His role at EditShare as Product Manager for Storage Products lasted from 2015 to 2019, where he contributed to the company's thought leadership through authored articles.
Background in Engineering and Education
Bill Thompson studied Electrical Engineering at Union College, where he earned his Bachelor's Degree. This educational background laid the foundation for his extensive career in technology and product management, enabling him to develop strategies and manage projects effectively in various roles.
Notable Projects and Implementations
Throughout his career, Thompson has implemented several significant projects. At AFL, he introduced agile/scrum practices for the FOCIS MOBILE project, which is available on major app stores. He also proposed the AFL Digital Marketing Platform, enhancing marketing functions. His execution of the AFL Video Inspection Strategy resulted in a substantial increase in annual sales.
Long-Term Career in Technology
Thompson has a long-standing career in technology, beginning in 1979 at Analog Devices as a Product Marketing Manager. Over the years, he has held various roles, including Strategic Business Development Manager at Tektronix and Director of Product Management at Reveal Imaging Technologies. His diverse experience spans over four decades, showcasing his adaptability and expertise in the technology sector.