William Warshauer

William Warshauer

William Warshauer is the president and CEO of TechnoServe. He brings more than 30 years of experience in international development and the private sector to his position. Will launched his career as a Peace Corps volunteer in Sierra Leone and has since worked in over 40 developing countries. Prior to joining TechnoServe, he served as chief operating officer of Pact and as president of the Pact Global Microfinance Fund. Will is an honors graduate of Yale University and received his master’s degree from the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs.

Understanding and Promoting Gender Equality in Coffee Farming

Women play an essential role in the success of small farms and agricultural businesses around the world. But despite the vital role of women farmers, they continue to face inequality and obstacles to earning a decent living. Guillaume Le Cunff, CEO of Nespresso, William Warshauer, CEO of TechnoServe, and Mefthe Tadesse, East Africa Regional Director for TechnoServe, discuss ways to promote gender equality in coffee farming. 

50 Years of Lasting Change

TechnoServe proudly celebrates fifty years of impact and millions of lives transformed through the power of private enterprise. As we reflect on all that TechnoServe has accomplished together with our supporters, partners, and enterprising people around the world, we are excited to catalyze even greater change in the years ahead.