Dr. Arrie Denise Thomas-Williams

Dr. Arrie Denise 'Niecy' Thomas-Williams is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) leadership and talent acquisition. Currently serving as a Civic Courage-In-Action Sound Board Member for hyrUP and as a Job Search Strategies Executive Coach at Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc., Dr. Thomas-Williams has a rich history of consulting and advising on organizational development and recruitment strategies across multiple sectors, including at Aon, Brookfield Zoo, and UScellular Business. A recognized leader in the field, Dr. Thomas-Williams was named one of the "Top 100 under 50 Diversity Executive Leaders" by Diversity MBA Magazine and has earned numerous industry awards. Academic pursuits include a PhD in Human Resources at National Louis University and various advanced degrees and certifications focused on diversity management and organizational behavior.