Joelle Williams is a cross-functional leader and creative strategist with deep experience building bridges across industries, disciplines, and communities. She brings a unique blend of business transformation, design thinking, and cultural storytelling to every project she leads.

Joelle is passionate about creating platforms that amplify underrepresented talent and foster dialogue where design, culture, and impact converge. From retail floors to enterprise strategy rooms to community-centered programs, she creates inclusive systems and experiences that resonate—whether for brands, organizations, or grassroots creative networks.

Her work with State of Black Design reflects this approach: fostering dialogue, connection, and opportunity across the design ecosystem. Joelle is an alum of Fisk University and holds an MBA in Strategic Design.