Leah Williams
Brand Ambassador of HBCU Times Groups
Leah graduated from Delaware State University in 2015, making history, as the first person to ever be awarded both the Presidential Academic Award for her cumulative 4.0 GPA, and the Presidential Leadership Award for her campus leadership. Leah returned to DSU, completing her MBA the following year and currently works as a Supply Chain Analyst for Northrop Grumman, one of the top Defense Technology companies in the world. Leah graduated with her second Masters this past March in Cybersecurity Technology, with a 4.0 GPA, from UMGC.
Although very humble, Leah has received several honors, and has been recognized worldwide for her outstanding leadership, performance, and service to the community. For 2017, Leah was selected as one of the top 30 under 30 Rising Supply Chain Stars in the Country by Thomas & the Institute of Supply Management. In 2018, Leah was recognized as the Top Supply Chain Analyst of the Year by the International Association of Top Professionals. In 2019, Leah was selected Woman of the Year by the Employee Resource Group. Leah has been featured on Aspire TV Network, the HBCU Nation Radio Show, HBCU Times Magazine, BlkWomenInBiz, and other media networks.
After being diagnosed with Crohn’s disease at the age of 22, Leah serves as an advocate and strives to be an inspiration to others who are battling illness. Leah is also an advocate for Historically Black Colleges & Universities. Leah was awarded the HBCU Young Alumni of the Year by the DCHBCUAA for 2019. Leah was selected by the White House in 2015, to serve as an HBCU All Star supporting President Obama’s Initiative to promote the excellence, innovation, and sustainability of HBCUs. Leah introduced Vice President Biden at the HBCU Week Conference. In addition, Leah currently serves as the Vice President of DSU’s National Alumni Association and in 2016, DSU selected Leah as one of their top under/over 40 alumni.
A lifelong learner, Leah has continued to further her education by obtaining both the Project Management Professional & Certified Supply Chain Professional Certifications. A gifted musician, Leah plays nine instruments and arranges music. Leah enjoys spending time giving back to the community by speaking to students and inspiring them to reach their dreams. Leah plans to keep making her mark on the world and in her community any way she can.