Growing up in Cincinnati, Ohio, William began playing piano at age five. By age 13 he was playing drums for his church. At age 16 he was playing organ for the church, and at age 18 began leading worship at the church. Since then, William has ministered with some of the most respected and well- known pastors, speakers and worship leaders in the world. In 2001 after relocating to Orlando, Florida, William was hired as the Music Director and keyboardist for Ron Kenoly.