Hi there! I'm William B. Shirley, a dynamic founder and designer focused on turning ideas into scalable, customer-centric solutions. I lead Sidewayz 8 Solutions and Button'd, helping brands launch strong online presences and high-performing products through design, development, and strategic partnerships. I’ve built and scaled ventures, grown client bases, and forged collaborations across technology, branding, and home services. I thrive on open communication, creative problem solving, and delivering value quickly without sacrificing quality.

William B. Shirley

Hi there! I'm William B. Shirley, a dynamic founder and designer focused on turning ideas into scalable, customer-centric solutions. I lead Sidewayz 8 Solutions and Button'd, helping brands launch strong online presences and high-performing products through design, development, and strategic partnerships. I’ve built and scaled ventures, grown client bases, and forged collaborations across technology, branding, and home services. I thrive on open communication, creative problem solving, and delivering value quickly without sacrificing quality.

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Hi there! I’m William B. Shirley, a dynamic founder and designer focused on turning ideas into scalable, customer-centric solutions. I lead Sidewayz 8 Solutions and Button’d, helping brands launch strong online presences and high-performing products through design, development, and strategic partnerships.

I’ve built and scaled ventures, grown client bases, and forged collaborations across technology, branding, and home services. I thrive on open communication, creative problem solving, and delivering value quickly without sacrificing quality.

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Work Experience

Sales Specialist at SunPower Corporation
February 1, 2020 - September 1, 2022
Led solar energy consultations and in-home/virtual sales, closing deals with high conversion rates. Built lasting customer relationships, delivering tailored solar solutions and driving repeat business. Recognized as a top closer within the company for consistently meeting and exceeding targets.
Director of Operations at Pocket Home Services
October 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Co-founded the startup and served as Director of Operations. Helped design the business, onboarded contractors, and led product sales. Drove over 100% year-over-year growth and represented the brand at trade shows to secure B2B opportunities, while developing strategic partnerships to enhance market presence.
Founder at Button'd
April 1, 2024 - Present
Founded Button'd to transform ideas into reality with services including website creation, brand development, logo design, and comprehensive marketing support from strategy to launch. Led client projects and creative direction to deliver branded solutions.
Owner at Sidewayz 8Solutions
April 1, 2024 - Present
Created Button'd and Sidewayz 8 at the same time. Sidewayz 8Solutions focuses on developing web apps, custom websites, integrated backends, and deployment to deliver high-quality products within streamlined timelines. Launched multiple businesses with continued growth plans.
Founder at Sidewayz 8Solutions
April 1, 2024 - Present
Founder of Sidewayz 8Solutions, building web apps, custom websites, backends, and deployment pipelines to deliver high-quality products quickly. Simultaneously founded Button'd; Sidewayz 8Solutions is the core operation enabling product development for clients; led multiple launches and growth.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Film at Full Sail University
April 1, 2009 - January 15, 2026
Bachelor of Arts in Film at Full Sail University
April 1, 2009 - January 21, 2026

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Energy & Utilities
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