Bill Aicklen
About Bill Aicklen
Bill Aicklen is a Client Solutions Leader at Thoughtworks, where he has worked since 2022. He has over 15 years of experience in client services and business development, having held leadership roles at several prominent firms, including America's Future Series, Endava, and IBM.
Work at ThoughtWorks
Currently, Bill Aicklen serves as the Client Solutions Leader at ThoughtWorks, a position he has held since 2022. He operates in a hybrid work environment based in Dallas, Texas. In this role, he focuses on building relationships with clients and enhancing collaboration across various departments to deliver tailored solutions that meet client needs.
Previous Experience at America's Future Series
Bill Aicklen co-founded and served as an advisor for America's Future Series from 2009 to 2024. During his 15 years with the organization, he contributed to strategic initiatives aimed at fostering dialogue and collaboration among leaders in various sectors across the United States.
Career at Endava and IBM
Before joining ThoughtWorks, Aicklen held the position of Senior Vice President of Client Services at Endava from 2019 to 2022. Prior to that, he worked at IBM as a Senior Business Development Executive from 2013 to 2019. In these roles, he focused on client relationship management and business development strategies.
Education and Expertise
Bill Aicklen earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Texas Tech University - Rawls College of Business. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Finance and Marketing from The University of Dallas. His academic background supports his expertise in business development and client solutions.
Strategic Account Management Skills
Aicklen specializes in revitalizing neglected strategic accounts and developing new accounts across various industry verticals. He employs a consultative selling approach, particularly targeting the C-suite, to align expert resources and deliver integrated service models that exceed client expectations.