Alan Williams

Alan Williams has extensive experience in international education and communications, having served as Chief Operating Officer and in various executive roles at NAFSA: Association of International Educators since October 2009. Prior to this, Alan held the position of Vice President at the International Youth Foundation, where significant achievements included designing a $50 million CSR initiative for Nokia across 26 countries. Additional experience includes leadership roles at Quest International, where global marketing was managed, and American Field Service (AFS) Intercultural Exchange Program, overseeing international communications. Alan's professional background also includes public relations management at Firestone. Alan holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honors) in Anthropology and a Bachelor of Journalism & Media Studies from Rhodes University, along with experience as an exchange student through AFS.