Dawn Williams
About Dawn Williams
Dawn Williams serves as the Director of Member Supervision Training at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), where she oversees a team that develops over 50 learning solution projects each year. With a strong educational background and extensive experience in training management, she has significantly enhanced training programs, including the transformation of the New Hire curriculum into a comprehensive blended format.
Current Role at FINRA
Dawn Williams serves as the Director of Member Supervision Training at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) since 2016. In this role, she oversees a team dedicated to developing and delivering over 50 learning solution projects each year. Her responsibilities include determining training strategies and vision in collaboration with stakeholders and senior leadership. Williams has played a significant role in enhancing training programs to meet the evolving needs of the organization.
Previous Experience at FINRA
Prior to her current position, Dawn Williams worked at FINRA as a Training Manager from 2015 to 2016. During her tenure, she was instrumental in the transformation of the Member Supervision New Hire curriculum, shifting it from a 7-day instructor-led format to a comprehensive blended curriculum that exceeds 130 hours. This initiative reflects her commitment to improving training effectiveness and learner engagement.
Professional Background
Dawn Williams has a diverse professional background that includes significant roles in training and development. Before joining FINRA, she served as a Lead Associate at Booz Allen Hamilton from 2003 to 2015, where she contributed to various training initiatives. Additionally, she worked as a Training Manager at Northrop Grumman IT Health Solutions and Services for one year in 2002-2003. Her extensive experience in the field has equipped her with valuable insights into instructional design and training delivery.
Educational Qualifications
Dawn Williams holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Adult and Higher Education from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She also earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Instructional Systems Development with a concentration in Training Systems from the University of Maryland Baltimore County. Her academic background is complemented by a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Sociology from The Johns Hopkins University, providing her with a strong foundation in education and training methodologies.
Achievements in Training Development
Dawn Williams has made significant contributions to training development within the financial sector. She played a key role in transforming the Enforcement curriculum to incorporate blended learning approaches, enhancing the overall effectiveness of training programs. Her work in developing comprehensive training solutions demonstrates her ability to adapt to changing educational needs and improve learner outcomes.