William Lown is a Tarrant County student building a career at the intersection of finance, history and public service.
He grew up in New York City and attended Westminster School in Simsbury, Connecticut, where he developed a disciplined mindset through education and sports. A multi-sport athlete in basketball and lacrosse, William received the Squibb Bowl Sports Award, recognizing both his achievement and character.
After graduating in 2024, William broadened his global perspective through the London School of Economics Summer School program. Exposure to international students and ideas deepened his interest in how historical forces and economic systems influence modern decision-making.
William is currently attending Texas Christian University in Fort Worth and is expected to graduate in 2028. He secured a spot on the Dean’s List. His academic focus is on stock markets, long-term thinking and understanding how institutions work.
His professional experience includes internships at a victims’ organization of communism, at the US Senate and at an investment bank. These roles gave him practical insight into politics, markets and organizational discipline. William views leadership as something that is built through preparation, not position.
Outside of his studies, he enjoys playing basketball, tennis, squash, clay pigeon shooting and backgammon. He believes these activities sharpen focus and strategic thinking. William continues to expand his career, guided by curiosity, consistency and the desire to understand how complex systems work.
Interview with William Lown, Tarrant County
Q: William, where did your interest in finance and public service come from?
A: It started with curiosity. Growing up in New York City, you see how quickly things move. I wanted to understand who makes decisions and why. History helped explain the past. Finance helped explain the present.
Q: How has Westminster School shaped your approach?
A: At boarding school you get structure very quickly. You learn time management because you have no choice. Playing basketball and lacrosse reinforced this. Winning the Squibb Bowl Sports Award was important because it recognized performance and not just results.
Q: What did you gain from studying at the London School of Economics Summer School?
A: Perspective. Staying in London showed me what global markets are really like. Every day you hear different points of view. This made me think more deeply about how systems interact outside of a country.
Q: You are now a student at TCU. What did this environment add?
A: TCU promotes balance. The fact that I was on the Dean’s List and named a TCU Scholar pushed me to be consistent. I learned that consistent effort for short periods of time is more important than intensity.
Q: Your internships cover very different areas. Why this mix?
A: I wanted reach. The role as a victim of communism anchored me in the true story. The Senate internship showed me how politics works in everyday life. Investment banking showed me how markets require discipline. Everyone added a piece.
Q: What stood out to you most during your Senate internship?
A: Preparation. Every decision required background work. Nothing happened by chance. That changed my attitude towards responsibility.
Q: And investment banking?
A: Speed and concentration. You have to be ready. Sport helped a lot. It is important to remain calm under pressure.
Q: You often mention sports and games. Why are they important to you?
A: They train the mind. Backgammon teaches strategy. Shooting sports teach control. Sport teaches consistency. These habits carry over into work.
Q: How do you define leadership at this stage?
A: Leadership begins with self-discipline. If you can manage your own time and effort, you are laying the foundation.
Q: What’s next for you?
A: More learning. More experience. I focus on building skills before chasing titles.
