Profile
Mr. Thomas joined Capital Southwest in 1962 and served as President from 1980 until July, 2007, when he was named chairman in an non–executive capacity.
His previous experience includes positions in the chemical industry and in a consulting firm.
He has served as Chairman of the National Association of Small Business Investment Companies, Governor–at–Large of the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD) and Chairman of the NASD’s Corporate Advisory Board.
Mr. Thomas' education includes an MBA with distinction from Harvard Business School and a BS in chemical engineering from Texas A&M University.
He served as a U.S.
Army officer for more than 5 years and was awarded the Bronze Star, Purple Heart and Korean Service Medal with five battle stars.
Former positions of William Thomas
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
Capital Southwest Management Co.
 Capital Southwest Management Co. Investment ManagersFinance Capital Southwest Management Co (Capital Southwest Management) is a private equity/venture capital firm, a subsidiary of Capital Southwest Corp founded in 1961. The firm is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. | Chairman | 30/08/2008 |
Small Business Investor Alliance
 Small Business Investor Alliance Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Small Business Investor Alliance is an association of senior investment professionals focused on the lower middle market. The non-profit company is based in Washington and was founded by Jonathan F. Wilson. The American company's public policy goals are focused on maintaining access to growth capital for small businesses to support economic growth and job creation. The company recommends policies to unleash more capital for job creation and economic growth, including encouraging investment in rural business investment companies and venture and growth capital. | Chairman | - |
| US Department of Defense (District of Columbia) | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
Training of William Thomas
| Texas A&M University | Undergraduate Degree |
| Harvard University | Masters Business Admin |
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| Private companies | 3 |
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Capital Southwest Management Co.
Capital Southwest Management Co. Investment ManagersFinance Capital Southwest Management Co (Capital Southwest Management) is a private equity/venture capital firm, a subsidiary of Capital Southwest Corp founded in 1961. The firm is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. | Finance |
| US Department of Defense (District of Columbia) | Government |
Small Business Investor Alliance
Small Business Investor Alliance Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Small Business Investor Alliance is an association of senior investment professionals focused on the lower middle market. The non-profit company is based in Washington and was founded by Jonathan F. Wilson. The American company's public policy goals are focused on maintaining access to growth capital for small businesses to support economic growth and job creation. The company recommends policies to unleash more capital for job creation and economic growth, including encouraging investment in rural business investment companies and venture and growth capital. | Commercial Services |
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