William Archer
Director of Technology

William Archer is Event Director for both AIDS Walk Ft. Lauderdale and AIDS Walk Los Angeles.

In April 2006, William helped reintroduce AIDS Walk Ft. Lauderdale for the AIDS Healthcare Foundation and other HIV benefiting organizations in Broward County, Florida. AIDS Walk Ft. Lauderdale raised more than $360,000 in this initial year.

AIDS Walk Los Angeles was, and continues to be, one of the largest fundraising events of its kind since its inception in 1985. Under William’s leadership, AIDS Walk Los Angeles is a driving force in both registered walkers and money raised. In 2006, 30,000 AIDS Walk participants raised a record $3.7 million.

Prior to being named Event Director, William served as Manager of Information Technology for MZA Events. In this role, William worked to ensure the stable operation of the organization’s in-house, multi-city computer network.

Prior to joining MZA Events, William was National Account Manager at Clear Channel Interactive, acting as the liaison between all of the company’s advertising assets. William also worked as the Manager of Movie Strategy and Development within Tribune’s Entertainment Products Division where he integrated promotional and sponsorship packages.

William enjoys living 6 months on each coast with his family. An avid music buff, his collection boasts more than 3,000 CDs. In his spare time, he enjoys camping, hiking, and frequenting his favorite local Los Angeles hangout, the Farmers Market.

William holds a BA in marketing with minors in business and advertising from California State University, Fullerton.