Alan Williams graduated from Prairie View A&M University with a BS in Mechanical Engineering. He also holds an MBA/Technology Management. He is a 2019 recipient of the “Hidden Figures of Dallas STEM Influencer” award from the National Society of Black Engineers. He is a member of the Board for the National Association of Black Suppliers Scholarship Fund, and the Brother 2 Brother Mentoring program.
Currently, he is the General Manager of Quality Systems and Planning for Toyota USA North America. His team is responsible for quality systems in both manufacturing facilities and dealerships. He is also responsible for the Quality Management System maintenance and audit for North America.
Alan has spent his professional career in the automotive industry with positions at Johnson Controls, General Motors and now Toyota. Alan spent most of his career in Research & Development where he earned multiple awards and accolades, including five US patents, Presidents Award for Chronic Issue resolution, Design Review Based on Failure Modes B-Rank Expert certification (1 of 36 in North America), and Toyota Volunteer of the Year. He served as the first Chair of the African-American Collaborative North American Advisory Council.
Alan is a devoted husband to his wife of 22 years, Tammie, and father to his two sons, both of whom are currently attending Prairie View A&M University, Joseph and Jacob.