George Williams is a seasoned technology executive and retired Senior Army Officer with over two decades of distinguished leadership in IT operations, strategic planning, and organizational transformation. Currently serving as Chief Information Officer and Director of IT Services for the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board, George leads enterprise-wide technology initiatives that drive innovation, efficiency, and mission alignment. His recent success includes spearheading a $70 million Salesforce CRM modernization project, replacing seven legacy systems and streamlining agency operations.

George’s career spans both public and private sectors, with prior roles including Senior IT Manager and Assistant Division Manager at Washington state agencies, and Engineering Manager at Iron Bow Technologies. His expertise encompasses cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise systems, and vendor management—backed by hands-on experience with platforms like VMware, Azure, AWS, and Salesforce. A veteran of the U.S. Army and Washington Army National Guard, George held pivotal roles in global operations, including strategic planning for NATO in Afghanistan and communications leadership in Iraq. His military tenure culminated in commanding a missile defense site and developing communications doctrine for the Army’s digital transformation.

George holds an MBA in IT Management from Western Governors University (Feb 2024) and a BA in Education from Eastern Washington University. He is a Certified Scrum Master, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, and IPMA LeaderPath graduate. Known for his disciplined approach, mentoring mindset, and results-driven leadership, George continues to bridge technology and strategy to empower teams and transform organizations.