Bob Williamson Joins Cetane Associates

NEW MILFORD, Conn. – Cetane Associates announced  Bob Williamson joined its financial advisory firm as director on April 1.

Williamson has spent the last 30 years managing home services that include retail propane, delivered fuels, HVAC, plumbing, home security, swimming pool, lawn and tree care and pest control industries.

Much of his career has involved engagement in acquisitions, business consulting and transition planning. He is a regular speaker at industry conferences and has served in leadership roles for industry associations.

Williamson has worked with Moyer, a large Mid-Atlantic, residential service provider, for more than three decades. His role as General Manager of the company covered more than 25,000 customers and 250 employees. His breadth of experience and expertise developed as he traveled to visit many diverse service companies across the country looking for and sharing ideas that could help his company grow and prosper.

Through this career, he handled over 40 pest control acquisitions. His skills bring value to Cetane clients who are seeking an experienced, professional advisor.

Currently, Williamson serves on the Pennsylvania Pesticide Advisory Board, is past president of the Lawn Care Association of Pennsylvania and also is past president of the Warrington PA Rotary Club. He holds a bachelor of science in agronomy from Penn State University and an MBA from LaSalle University.

“His interest in business excellence combined with his hands-on experience will add to Cetane’s strength as we expand our reach in home services industries," said Barrett Conway, managing director and principal of Cetane. "Strategically, Bob’s wealth of experience in the pest control M&A arena creates the ideal entry for Cetane into the pest management space. His credentials as a leader in pest control combined with his ability to connect with business owners—helping them achieve their goals—will enhance our value to our clients.”