Robert Williams

Co-Founder & CEO at Grander Investment Management

Speaker

• Robert Williams is a seasoned executive with over 30 years of experience spanning the banking and energy industries. He has served as Chief Executive Officer of a major financial institution and as Chief Financial Officer for two publicly traded companies, leading large-scale organizations through complex financial, operational, and strategic transitions.

• A Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Robert brings deep expertise in capital markets, corporate finance, risk management, and strategic leadership. His career reflects a consistent ability to build and manage diverse business models — from asset management and structured finance to energy infrastructure and operations — with a focus on disciplined growth, innovation, and long-term value creation.

• Robert holds an MBA from Furman University and a BS from Clemson University.