Rodney Williams — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Co-founder, President, and Chairman of SoLo Funds since 2018, a community finance platform that has funded over 1.5 million loans for 2 million users.
Founded LISNR, raising over $40 million in funding and securing partnerships across retail and financial services.
Recognized with multiple awards including Ad Age’s 40 Under 40 (2012), a Cannes Gold Lion award (2015), and multiple appearances on the CNBC Disruptor 50 List (2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2023).
Member of the 2019 Class of Henry Crown Fellows within the Aspen Global Leadership Network at the Aspen Institute.
Began his career at Procter & Gamble, contributing to the company's digital strategy in eCommerce and social media.
Holds an MBA in Finance & Supply Chain Management and an M.S. in Integrated Marketing Communication.

Biography

Rodney Williams is a serial entrepreneur and co-founder of SoLo Funds, where he serves as President and Chairman. Since its inception in 2018, SoLo Funds has grown to become the largest community finance platform in the U.S.

, facilitating over 1.5 million loans and redefining access to capital for 2 million users.