Meet the Executive Director

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Keith O. Williams is Executive Director of the Memphis-Shelby County Education Association.  He is a proven leader and champion for teachers, children and public education in Memphis and Shelby County.  Keith is a graduate of Melrose High School, Knoxville College, Trevecca University, and the University of Mississippi.  He is married to his college sweetheart, Gloria Sherfield Williams, is the proud father of Dr. Mialika Watkins and Keith Chad Williams, and the proudest grandfather of Micah and Moriah Watkins.  After 41 years of dedicated service, he retired from the Legacy Memphis City Schools and Shelby County Schools.  Keith is committed to the success and empowerment of educators, and his motto is: “Together we win!”