Wilbert Williams, MBA, Bronze Star Combat Veteran
About Wilbert Williams, MBA, Bronze Star Combat Veteran
Wilbert Williams, MBA, is an Enterprise Account Executive specializing in the U.S. Defense and Intelligence Community. He has extensive experience in business development and sales, having held leadership roles at various companies and achieved significant sales milestones at D2iQ.
Current Role at D2iQ
Wilbert Williams serves as an Enterprise Account Executive I for the U.S. Defense & Intelligence Community 4th Estate Programs at D2iQ. He has been in this role since 2023, working remotely from Washington, District of Columbia. In his current position, he has demonstrated a strong ability to close deals, achieving nearly $900,000 in total sales from the second and third deals within six months of onboarding. He successfully closed the first deal within three months of joining, significantly outperforming the typical industry average.
Previous Experience in Business Development
Prior to his role at D2iQ, Wilbert Williams held various positions in business development. He worked as Vice President of Business Development at Griot Inc. from 2015 to 2018, where he was responsible for driving growth in the Washington DC-Baltimore area. He also served as Chief Growth Officer at ASET Partners and Light Rider, focusing on federal markets and strategy, respectively. His extensive experience includes roles at various companies, where he contributed to significant growth and customer acquisition.
Educational Background
Wilbert Williams holds an MBA from The George Washington University School of Business, where he studied Management of Science, Technology, and Innovation from 1996 to 1999. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management from Elizabeth City State University, completing his studies from 1985 to 1989. His educational background supports his expertise in business development and strategy within the defense and intelligence sectors.
Military Service and Leadership
Wilbert Williams is a Bronze Star Combat Veteran, having served as a Logistics Officer in the U.S. Army from 1990 to 1992. His military experience has contributed to his leadership skills and understanding of defense operations. This background informs his current work in the defense sector, where he leverages his knowledge of modernization, budgeting, and acquisition priorities to align corporate strategy.
Expertise in Growth Strategies
Wilbert Williams possesses extensive expertise in leveraging emerging technology for mission-critical programs. He is well-versed in MEDDIC and Shipley methodologies, which are essential for developing and executing complex growth strategies. His ability to align corporate strategies with market needs has played a key role in customer acquisition and the expansion of total addressable markets in his previous roles.