William Thomas
About William Thomas
William Thomas is the Managing Director and Tampa Market Lead at Protiviti, with extensive experience in audit and corporate governance. He has held significant roles at Private Directors Association and serves as Board Chair for the Florida Council on Economic Education.
Current Role at Private Directors Association
William Thomas currently serves as a Founding Board Member and Founding Member of the Tampa Bay Chapter at the Private Directors Association®. This involvement dates back to 2019, during which he has contributed to establishing and growing the chapter. His role includes providing strategic guidance and leadership to advance the objectives of the association.
Managing Director at Protiviti
William Thomas is the Managing Director and Tampa Market Lead at Protiviti. His tenure at Protiviti began in 2002. In this role, he focuses on leading market strategies and operations in the Tampa region. His responsibilities include overseeing client engagements, ensuring the delivery of quality work, and managing a team of professionals dedicated to consulting and business advisory services.
Principal at Ybor House
From 2005 to 2019, William Thomas served as Principal at Ybor House in Tampa, Florida. During his 14-year tenure, he was responsible for managing operations and providing strategic insights. His role involved leading various initiatives that helped shape the direction and growth of the organization.
Audit Roles at Arthur Andersen LLP and Ernst & Young
In his early career, William Thomas worked in audit roles at Arthur Andersen LLP and Ernst & Young in Tampa, Florida. At Arthur Andersen LLP, from 1998 to 2002, he focused on auditing tasks ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting. Prior to that, he worked at Ernst & Young from 1996 to 1998, where he developed his foundational skills in auditing practices.
Internal Audit at Sallie Mae
William Thomas spent 13 years at Sallie Mae, working in Internal Audit from 1983 to 1996 in Washington, DC. In this capacity, he was responsible for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes within the organization.
Educational Background at Virginia Tech
William Thomas completed his education at Virginia Tech, where he studied from 1979 to 1983. His academic experience laid the groundwork for his professional career in auditing, consulting, and corporate governance.
Involvement with Florida Council on Economic Education
William Thomas serves as the Board Chair for the Florida Council on Economic Education. The organization is dedicated to promoting economic education throughout the state of Florida. In his role, he oversees initiatives and programs that aim to improve economic literacy and understanding among students and educators.
Leadership Fellow with the National Association of Corporate Directors
William Thomas is recognized as a Leadership Fellow by the National Association of Corporate Directors. This designation underscores his commitment to corporate governance excellence and his active involvement in promoting high standards of boardroom practices and ethics.