Finalist
In the world of business, Chad L. Williams has never been afraid to try something new.
He started out in the automotive sector, working in his father’s business. He eventually developed an interest in real estate, and he soon branched into commercial acquisitions.
But it was after he started purchasing technology centers that his career as an entrepreneur really began to take off.
As chairman and CEO of Quality Technology Services, Williams has taken his business talents and experience and committed them to the technology sector. The goal of Williams and his leadership partners is to turn QTS into a leader in IT and data center solutions.
Through prudent and value-added acquisition tactics, Williams has been able to acquire a collection of high-caliber assets, allowing him to create a company that is uniquely positioned to serve customers’ needs.
Williams’ vision for growth includes acquisitions in strategic markets that will meet customer demand and help the company expand its current facilities. Williams also anticipates growth in vertical markets, providing more strategic counsel to a variety of markets known for data center usage.
To help drive that vision, the company recently partnered with global growth firm General Atlantic, which provided $150 million in capital funding to support strategic expansion of the company’s nationwide footprint of data center space. The expansion comes at a time when the industry is primed for growth.
Williams fosters a culture of empowerment for his employees by adhering to a long-held belief that world-class organizations put their employees first. Williams believes that happy employees make for a healthy organization.
How to reach: QTS, (913) 814-9988 or www.qualitytech.com
