Michael Williams

Michael Williams is an accomplished public affairs professional currently serving as the Senior Public Affairs Manager at the Royal Academy of Engineering since July 2023. With a robust background in public affairs and policy, Michael has held significant roles including Senior Account Director at Hanover Communications, where expertise in financial services public affairs was provided to high-profile clients, and Account Director at gk strategy, leading strategic direction and client account management. Previous experience includes managing public affairs for the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, where Michael developed political strategies and communication efforts, as well as various consultancy and internship roles that honed skills in media relations and stakeholder engagement. Michael holds an MSc in Intelligence and Strategic Studies and a BSc in International Politics from Prifysgol Aberystwyth University.