William E. (Bill) Davis, a local financial professional with a Masters in Business Administration (MBA), has announced that he is seeking the office of the Mariposa County Auditor.

Davis states that an MBA prepared financial professional is the highest qualification for the office. This education covers not only accounting skills but also finance skills and analytical skills. During his 25-year career, Davis has held positions in audit, finance and accounting from entry level up to the level of director. He has also directly supervised teams of up to 20 people.

In 1972, at age 20, Davis enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. From there he was appointed to the U.S. Naval Academy in 1974. Upon graduation from the Naval Academy in 1978, he returned to the Marines and served as a commissioned officer. While stationed in San Diego he attended evening classes at National University and earned his MBA in 1983 just prior to leaving the military.

“There are no organizations which do more to develop leadership, integrity, ethics, and the importance of meeting commitments and deadlines than the Naval Academy and the Marines,” Davis said. “Combine this with the rigorous education of the MBA and my direct experience in all aspects of audit, finance and accounting and I have all the tools necessary for this position. I will be able me to bring a level of capability to the office of County Auditor that will ensure the highest degree of financial accountability and protection of the public trust.”

Davis states that he would not be running if he did not think that he was the most qualified candidate.

He is married to the love of his life, Chery Davis. Chery is a realtor with Century 21 in Mariposa.