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JUSTIN WILLIAMS
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JUSTIN WILLIAMS

Oakland,CA

Summary

Community and event leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-touch environments—bringing people together through thoughtfully executed experiences that feel both seamless and memorable. A natural connector who leads with warmth, precision, and a strong bias for action.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Director, Student Engagement & Inclusion

Stanford University
Stanford, CA
12.2022 - Current
  • Own end-to-end execution of large-scale conferences and events (avg. $25K budgets), including logistics, vendor coordination, and on-site hosting to deliver high-quality attendee experiences.
  • Develop and distribute targeted communications that drive engagement, promote events, and equip leaders with clear, actionable guidance.
  • Lead and execute large-scale leadership programs (New Leader Orientation and Club Leader Essentials), engaging and preparing 200+ leaders annually through interactive sessions focused on event execution, team management, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Serve as on-site host and primary point of contact for events, creating a welcoming, high-energy environment and ensuring seamless execution.

Assistant Director

University of San Francisco
San Francisco, California
10.2019 - 12.2022
  • Managed a portfolio of 300+ graduate students, building strong relationships and driving engagement through personalized support and community-centered programming.
  • Partnered with faculty and internal teams to identify engagement opportunities and shape programming aligned with student needs and participation trends.
  • Co-led the planning and execution of student programs and events, coordinating logistics and stakeholder collaboration to deliver high-quality experiences.

Graduate Student Services Advisor

Academy of Art University
San Francisco, CA
10.2018 - 10.2019
  • Managed a portfolio of 300+ graduate students across four programs, cultivating a highly engaged and connected community through ongoing support and outreach.
  • Translated complex university processes into clear, user-friendly guidance, improving the overall student experience.
  • Increased engagement and retention through proactive, data-informed outreach, using Salesforce to track participation and identify opportunities for deeper connection.

Project Manager

Preclinical Medevice Innovations
San Carlos, CA
07.2016 - 03.2018
  • Oversaw projects generating yearly revenue of $9–$10 million dollars.
  • Led cross-functional teams to implement project timelines and deliverables.
  • Managed daily scheduling for a team of 9 technicians across 4 operating rooms.
  • Handled an average of 15 to 20 clients monthly for a variety of studies.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Client Development and Branding Administrator

Preclinical Medevice Innovations
San Carlos, CA
05.2014 - 07.2016

Education

Master of Arts - Higher Education and Student Affairs

University of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
06-2018

Bachelor of Arts - Recreation and Parks Tourism Administration

California State University
Sacramento, CA
12-2012

Skills

  • Event Execution and Operations
  • Event Production
  • Community Engagement
  • Program & Experience Design
  • Data-Informed Decision-Making
  • Strong Communication
  • Adaptability

Accomplishments

Stanford GSB All Star

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

HybridRemoteOn-Site

Salary Range

$115000/yr - $200000/yr

Timeline

Assistant Director, Student Engagement & Inclusion

Stanford University
12.2022 - Current

Assistant Director

University of San Francisco
10.2019 - 12.2022

Graduate Student Services Advisor

Academy of Art University
10.2018 - 10.2019

Project Manager

Preclinical Medevice Innovations
07.2016 - 03.2018

Client Development and Branding Administrator

Preclinical Medevice Innovations
05.2014 - 07.2016

Master of Arts - Higher Education and Student Affairs

University of San Francisco

Bachelor of Arts - Recreation and Parks Tourism Administration

California State University
JUSTIN WILLIAMS