Yolanda Williams
About Yolanda Williams
Yolanda Williams serves as the IT Director of Strategy and Innovation at US Foods, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at Walmart, FedEx, and other companies. She holds an MBA from Webster University and is passionate about promoting diversity in technology and STEM initiatives.
Current Role at US Foods
Yolanda Williams serves as the IT Director of Strategy and Innovation at US Foods, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing strategic initiatives that leverage technology to enhance operational efficiency and innovation within the organization. Her expertise in IT governance and project management supports US Foods in navigating the complexities of the food service industry.
Previous Experience at Walmart
Yolanda Williams has extensive experience at Walmart, where she held several positions over an 11-year period. She served as a Senior Manager II in Intelligent Automation from 2016 to 2019, where she led initiatives to improve automation processes. Prior to that, she worked as a Senior Manager I in various roles, including IT PMO Program Governance and Point of Sale for international markets. Her tenure at Walmart contributed to her deep understanding of IT governance and project management in a large retail environment.
Education and Expertise
Yolanda Williams holds an MBA in Operations and Information Systems from Webster University, which she completed from 2009 to 2011. She also earned a Bachelor of Science degree with a double major in Math and Biology from Jackson State University between 1990 and 1995. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her work in IT strategy and innovation, as well as her certifications in PMP, CSM, ITIL, and Lean Six Sigma.
Leadership in Automation and IT Governance
Throughout her career, Yolanda Williams has directed initiatives aimed at maturing automation delivery and governance at two Fortune 500 companies. Her leadership roles have included positions such as Director of the Automation Center of Excellence at Entergy and Director of the Transformation Office at Speedcast. She has a proven track record of implementing cost-saving measures and enhancing supply chain efficiencies, particularly in compliance with PCI and SOX regulations.
Community Engagement and Advocacy
Yolanda Williams is actively involved in promoting diversity in technology and STEM initiatives. She has served as an Advisory Council Member for Nolavate, which supports black tech founders and talent. Additionally, she has volunteered with the American Heart Association's STEM Goes Red program, where she teaches high school students about Robotic Process Automation. Her commitment to community engagement reflects her passion for fostering the next generation of tech leaders.