William Allen

William is a retired Senior Director of Business Management at Microsoft, with more than 30 years of experience in finance, strategy, and operations. He previously held roles at Arthur Andersen and Hewlett-Packard. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, with a minor in Accounting, from the University of California, Berkeley.

In retirement, William focuses on supporting organizations addressing critical community needs and is committed to creating meaningful, lasting impact.

In his own words:

“I am passionate about people and what they can accomplish when they come together. I believe that committed individuals working toward shared goals can achieve extraordinary results. Above all, I believe in the importance of family.”

William lives in San Francisco with his wife of over 30 years. They have two adult sons, and he enjoys music, reading, and spending time with family.