William Bence

Will Bence is a Senior Managing Director and Head of Originations at Wingspire Capital, responsible for managing the firm’s nationwide business development efforts. Wingspire Capital is a diversified middle market lender that offers one-stop solutions up to $200 million for middle market companies.  

Will has nearly 20 years of lending experience and began his career with LaSalle Business Credit (now Bank of America Business Capital). Prior to joining Wingpsire Capital, Will served as a Director at Fifth Third Business Capital. Will is presently an active member of the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG), Secured Finance Network (SFNet) and Turnaround Management Association (TMA).

Will holds a B.S. in Finance from the University of Illinois and an MBA with Honors from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. In 2016, Will was named to the inaugural 40 Under 40 class by the SFNet. 

Will lives with his wife Kristina, 7-year-old son Warren, and 5-year-old daughter Naomi in Evanston, IL. In his free time, Will enjoys staying active by golfing and playing in basketball and softball leagues. Will also serves as a board member of the local youth baseball and softball organization.