Joshua Williams

Innovation Fellow, Department of Innovation
Office of Mayor Sylvester Turner, City of Houston

Joshua Williams is a former finance professional and education leader dedicated to creating meaningful change in underserved communities. He is currently an executive fellow with FUSE Corps, which is a national nonprofit that partners with local governments and communities to lead strategic projects designed to accelerate, progress, and advance racial equity. Williams joined the City of Houston's Office of Innovation in 2021 to spearhead digital inclusion initiatives. Prior to leading digital inclusion efforts for the City of Houston, he served as director of operations and finance with a charter school system, where he led efforts to provide internet and technology for students and their families during the height of the pandemic.