Denise Williams

Denise Williams is an accomplished professional with extensive experience across various sectors, currently serving as a Contributor at Forbes since February 2021 and as the Chief Executive Officer and Cofounder of SV-NED Inc. since June 2018, a women-owned and Black-owned business in Silicon Valley. Denise has played a pivotal role in talent acquisition and international outreach, particularly in West Africa. Additionally, Denise is a member of the Forbes Business Council and a Board Member at Numly™, Inc. Denise has contributed to HuffPost and Thrive Global, focusing on emerging markets, venture capitalism, and tech startups. Denise is also an author and executive producer of "Akiti the Hunter," promoting representation for children from diverse backgrounds. In prior roles, Denise served as a Compliance Consultant at Kaiser Permanente and as a Contract Analyst at Gilead Sciences. Academic credentials include a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of California, Riverside, and an MBA in Marketing from Golden Gate University.