Will Williams
Senior Director of Government Affairs
Will leads the Council’s advocacy on AI/technology, consumer affairs, and financial services policy. He joined the Council after nearly eight years with the New York State Assembly Ways & Means Committee, most recently as Deputy Director of Budget Studies for Consumer Affairs, Government Operations, Government Employees, and Public Safety. In that role, he led budget negotiations on the Assembly’s behalf, advised leadership on spending initiatives, and spearheaded fiscal analysis of major legislative proposals. He brings a deep understanding of the state’s legislative process to the Council’s work on behalf of New York businesses.
Will holds a bachelor’s degree in economics and business from St. Lawrence University.