Dr. Darlene Williams
President and Chief Executive Officer, Union Settlement
Dr. Darlene Williams is a visionary and transformational executive leader with a strong commitment to service and empowerment for under-resourced communities, equity, and social injustice. Dr. Williams’ three decades of executive leadership experience provides her with insight into the needs of nonprofit organizations and their integral role in the community. Throughout her career in New York City government and academia, she has prioritized roles serving vulnerable populations to enhance overall quality of life, with an intentional focus on alleviating the effects of poverty, promoting equity, addressing racial disparities, and providing opportunities for individuals to thrive. With her steadfast passion and emotional intelligence, she elevates her voice for the needs of the community and has successfully transformed organizations to higher levels of impact, sustainability, and success.