After graduating from The University of Texas at Austin in 1980, Bill returned to his home town of Galveston, Texas, where he has been practicing public accounting ever since. He has significant experience in individual and estate tax planning and has provided a wide range of services to clients in numerous industries, including governmental entities, construction contractors, marine transportation providers, personal service companies, retailers, and fabrication and wholesale companies.

Bill fulfills his passion for wetlands and waterfowl conservation by serving on the Board of Directors of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. and is Treasurer and President of Ducks Unlimited de Mexico. Bill also serves on the Board of Directors of American National Insurance Company, Inc. and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants.  In his down time, he enjoys traveling and spending time with his wife and daughter.