Margaret Williams
Newport News,VA
Summary
Strategic Corporate Manager with expertise in diversity initiatives and compliance management. Focused on enhancing organizational efficiency and fostering inclusive environments through effective stakeholder collaboration and training facilitation. Delivered impactful programs that elevate workplace culture and performance.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corporate Manager, EEO, Culture & Inclusion
Huntington Ingalls Industries Corporate Office
Newport News, Virginia
01.2020 - 12.2025
- Developed and implemented diversity programs that fostered an inclusive workplace culture.
- Served as Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) manager ensuring compliance with affirmative action programs (AAP).
- Oversaw AAP EEO actions and tracked division's progress toward achieving diversity metrics.
- Established metrics to evaluate effectiveness of corporate diversity initiatives, presenting quarterly reports to senior management.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to define corporate policies and initiatives.
- Developed and implemented strategies for increasing employee engagement and satisfaction.
- Facilitated training sessions to enhance employee skills and knowledge across departments.
- Created training initiatives fostering an open and inclusive environment.
- Created policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal requirements.
- Oversaw compliance with regulatory requirements in corporate operations and policies.
- Monitored changes in legislation and regulations affecting the company's operations.
- Developed and implemented process improvements to enhance organizational efficiency.
- Coordinated interdepartmental communication to ensure alignment on key projects.
- Prepared presentations for senior management regarding strategic plans.
- Coordinated with outside consultants to review AAP data for accuracy before certification.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to protect sensitive data and insights effectively.
- Prepared annual government reports (e.g., EEO-1, VETS-4212) for corporate office while managing division submissions.
Manager, EEO & Diversity 2
Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS)
05.2017 - 01.2020
- Monitored the company's progress to affirmative action plan by providing metrics and consultation to divisions, e.g., Diverse Slate Hiring, Foreman/General Foreman Underutilization, and company demographics.
- Compiled and submitted EEO-1 and VETS-4212 reports, ensuring accuracy and adherence to government requirements.
- Investigated, facilitated and resolved civil rights complaints.
- Served as EEO advisor for Reasonable Accommodation Committee meetings; ensured accommodation needs of candidates with disabilities were considered in employment process.
- Developed a three-year Inclusion and Diversity Strategic Plan and action plan aligned with the NNS FORWARD Strategy that was presented to and adopted by senior staff.
- Created work instruction and action plan guiding employees through gender transition process, ensuring support and compliance.
- Provided guidance, support and education for transgender employees, their leadership team and coworkers on federal law, company policy and the importance of creating a safe and supportive environment for all employees.
- Held first ever Inclusion and Diversity week. Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and D&I Champions hosted Lunch-and-Learns and after hour events.
- Developed metrics and reporting mechanisms to measure and track progress toward diversity and inclusion goals.
- Facilitated focus groups to reveal barriers to valuing and managing inclusion and diversity.
- Facilitated six female focus groups to understand the female’s perspective of what it is like to work at Newport News Shipbuilding, obstacles faced and opportunities to improve the culture.
- Facilitated the Diversity & Inclusion and EEO module of the New Leaders Experience ensuring all new supervisors are aware of their responsibility as an agent of the company.
- Collaborated with the Engagement office to ensure goals and messaging are consistent.
- Managed NNS Diversity Conference Award nomination process. Chair selection committee, notify nominees of selection, request packages, review/edit packages and submit to applicable conferences and attend conference as a coordinator.
- Maintain momentum of 10 Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) by providing strategic support, operational guidance and eliminating roadblocks for success to increase employee engagement and productivity.
- Developed and delivered content for inclusion and diversity education programs that will drive culture change.
- Lead monthly Division D&I Champions Community of Practice meetings to discuss progress to goals and to share best practices.
- Partnered with Talent Acquisition to develop and implement a new Hiring Manager Course designed to improve the interview process, reduce biases and provide feedback to internal candidates not selected for the position.
- Developed new EEO and Diversity & Inclusion curriculum for new supervisors. New supervisors complete two computer based courses followed by instructor led module.
Organizational Development Representative, (rotational assignment as an EEO and Diversity Rep)
Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS)
03.2016 - 01.2017
- Enhanced the development and implementation of the Inclusion & Diversity Champions program by collaborating with stakeholders to establish clear objectives.
- Trained 120 Division Inclusion & Diversity Champions on unconscious bias, inclusion and diversity, roles and responsibilities and how to hold courageous conversations.
- Designed and developed the Division Inclusion & Diversity Champions course.
- Directed the Diversity Conference Award nomination process to streamline submissions and enhance candidate evaluation.
- Developed strategic hiring program to integrate and track hires from diversity conferences, enhancing recruitment efforts.
- Researched industry best practices to develop a business case for hiring people with disabilities.
- Investigated and dispositioned allegations of sexual harassment and discrimination based on protected characteristics.
- Wrote position statements in response to Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) charges.
- Researched industry best practices, developed brochure and presentation for I&D Council to promote inclusion initiatives.
- Developed a presentation for Human Resources Business Partner to brief their senior leadership team and a comprehensive guide detailing award criteria and nomination process.
- Developed a process map using lean principles to remove waste and improve the process.
Organizational Development Representative
Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS)
05.2011 - 03.2016
- Managed, delivered and evaluated Leadership Development programs and initiatives relevant to company growth and success.
- Facilitated EPL Mod 29 – 'The Courage to Make a Difference: Leading Inclusion', providing support to senior leadership team in promoting inclusive practices.
- Lead facilitator for Enhancing Personal Leadership (EPL) for New Supervisors, EPL for Test Engineers, and Crucial Conversations.
- Co-facilitated Newport News Design Thinking Workshop, generating actionable ideas for discussing diversity and inclusion at NNS.
- Coordinated peer facilitator feedback sessions, enhancing facilitation skills of new and developing team members.
- HR&A Business Conduct Representative – HR&A reached 100% completion for all quarterly Ethics and Business Conduct training.
Manager, Process Improvement
Northrop Grumman Newport News
03.2010 - 05.2011
- Managed, delivered and evaluated Leadership Development programs and initiatives relevant to company growth and success.
- Facilitated EPL Mod 29 – 'The Courage to Make a Difference: Leading Inclusion', providing support to senior leadership team in promoting inclusive practices.
- Lead facilitator for Enhancing Personal Leadership (EPL) for New Supervisors, EPL for Test Engineers, and Crucial Conversations.
- Co-facilitated Newport News Design Thinking Workshop, generating actionable ideas for discussing diversity and inclusion at NNS.
- Coordinated peer facilitator feedback sessions, enhancing facilitation skills of new and developing team members.
- HR&A Business Conduct Representative – HR&A reached 100% completion for all quarterly Ethics and Business Conduct training.
Process Improvement Analyst, formerly titled Sr. Organizational Development Facilitator
Northrop Grumman Newport News
05.2003 - 05.2011
- Coordinated and conducted 216 process improvement activities, scheduling lean events and assigning facilitators based on individual IPPD experience.
- Collaborated with Process Excellence Division and Program Offices to establish and maintain Continuous Improvement Systems aligned with product line Value Stream processes.
- Analyzed processes to identify areas for improvement and efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement process enhancements.
- Developed training materials for new procedures and best practices.
- Utilized data analysis tools to track performance metrics and trends.
- Documented process flows and standard operating procedures for clarity.
- Facilitated workshops to promote continuous improvement methodologies.
- Filled in as acting Manager, Process Improvement 2 from 2007 to March 2010 during manager’s extended assignment to Savannah River Nuclear Site.
- As acting manager, identified candidates, reviewed qualifications, chaired interviews and made recommendations to fill vacant positions.
- Coached IPT leaders in building cross-functional teams, resolving conflicts, and enhancing communication skills.
- Coordinated with Program Offices to develop, implement Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) structure.
- Recognized for superior performance with TAP awards in 2008 and 2009.
- Provided technical support to communications lead, reviewed Web pages, communication media, and related graphics to support program goals and objectives.
Superintendent, Aircraft Maintenance Training Flight
United States Air Force
02.1979 - 02.2003
- Over 24 years of increasing leadership and management experience highlighted by assignments at three Air Force Headquarters Commands and culminating in assignments as Superintendent, Maintenance Training Flight responsible for aircraft maintenance training schoolhouses in South Korea, Georgia, South Carolina and Langley VA.
- Managed On-the-Job Training program, providing command guidance for over 96,000 personnel across 20 locations, enhancing training consistency and effectiveness.
- Oversaw $250 million C-17A aircraft maintenance training device upgrade contract, analyzed training capabilities, and provided actionable recommendations to senior leaders for program improvement.
- Led work group to achieve two 'Quality Performer' awards by implementing innovative quality tools and principles, significantly streamlining processes and products.
- Twenty years of experience in training development and administration.
Education
EEO & Affirmative Action Compliance Professional -
Center for Workplace Compliance
03-2018
Course Completion -
Center for Creative Leadership Assessment Certification Workshop
06-2015
Certified Crucial Conversations Trainer -
Vital Smarts
05-2015
Masters of Business Administration -
Saint Leo University
01-2011
Essential Facilitation -
Interaction Associates
01-2004
Bachelor of Science - Workforce Education and Training
Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
01-2002
Skills
- Diversity initiatives
- Policy development
- Compliance management
- Human resources management
- Organizational development
- Process improvement
- Strategic planning
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Leadership coaching
- Workshop design
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Effective communication skills
- Cultural competency
- Employee engagement
Affiliations
Newport News NAACP, Active Member
Certification
- EEO & Affirmative Action Compliance Professional, 03/01/18, Center for Workplace Compliance
- Certified Crucial Conversations Trainer, 05/01/15, Vital Smarts
- Course Completion, Center for Creative Leadership Assessment Certification Workshop, 06/01/15
- Essential Facilitation, 2004, Interaction Associates
Volunteer Experience
- Virginia Peninsula Foodbank
- Serve the City
- Discovery STEM Academy Reading Tutor
- United Way Virginia Peninsula
Boards
- National Industry Liaison Group Board Member (NILG)
- Hampton Roads Industry Liaison Group Member (HRILG)
Timeline
Corporate Manager, EEO, Culture & Inclusion
Huntington Ingalls Industries Corporate Office
01.2020 - 12.2025
Manager, EEO & Diversity 2
Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS)
05.2017 - 01.2020
Organizational Development Representative, (rotational assignment as an EEO and Diversity Rep)
Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS)
03.2016 - 01.2017
Organizational Development Representative
Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS)
05.2011 - 03.2016
Manager, Process Improvement
Northrop Grumman Newport News
03.2010 - 05.2011
Process Improvement Analyst, formerly titled Sr. Organizational Development Facilitator
Northrop Grumman Newport News
05.2003 - 05.2011
Superintendent, Aircraft Maintenance Training Flight
United States Air Force
02.1979 - 02.2003
EEO & Affirmative Action Compliance Professional -
Center for Workplace Compliance
Course Completion -
Center for Creative Leadership Assessment Certification Workshop
Certified Crucial Conversations Trainer -
Vital Smarts
Masters of Business Administration -
Saint Leo University
Essential Facilitation -
Interaction Associates
Bachelor of Science - Workforce Education and Training
Southern Illinois University - Carbondale