With more than 30 years of experience leading teams and shaping reputations, Will is a trusted advisor to Chief Communications Officers seeking counsel and strategic assessment of the communications function. He began his career working on Washington State University’s Centennial celebration, which sparked a lasting focus on how institutions build, protect, and sustain trust.
Will has held senior leadership roles at global PR networks including Edelman, where he served as General Manager of the Pacific Northwest, as well as Omnicom and WPP. As President of Weber Shandwick West, he led a successful turnaround, strengthening client service, improving talent retention, and increasing profitability.
The Northwest has been a consistent focus throughout Will’s career. He has advised many of the region’s most respected organizations, including Starbucks, Microsoft, Amazon, Washington State University, UW Medicine, Fred Hutch, Seattle Children’s, the City of Seattle, Kaiser Permanente, and Harborview Medical Center.
Will serves as vice chair of the Seattle Center Commission, sits on the board of The 5th Avenue Theatre, and participates in the Community Development Roundtable. Outside work, he enjoys theater, kayaking, vinyl, and cooking for friends and family.