William Kay

William R. Kay, MBA, is an adjunct professor at the University of Missouri Kansas City (UMKC), Bloch School of Management, and he teaches business classes at Johnson County Community College (JCCC) in Overland Park, Kansas. He is dedicated to helping both for-profit and not-for-profit organizations and the individuals who work for them enhance their competitiveness, productivity and performance. His professional background includes over 20 years of experience as CEO, CFO, and owner of a major manufacturing company. For nearly 30 years, he has helped major Fortune 500 companies, foundations, charities, and universities— working with their managers, staff and students on business training and development.

Education

• University of Missouri Trulaske College of Business MBA, Finance & Marketing 1967 - 19691
• University of Arizona - Eller College of Management BSBA, Business Administration 1963 - 1967

Experience

• Adjunct Professor University of Missouri Kansas City 2013
• Owner W. Kay & Associates 1990
• Owner W. Kay Manufacturing Company 1980 - 1989
• VP Sales and Merchandising Lee-Wald Company 1970 - 1980