Marlene Williams, a trailblazing retired executive from Xerox International, has been elected as the board chair of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County for a two-year term. Williams, who made history as the first African American woman to serve as vice president of Graphic Arts in the Southeastern United States and Canada, brings her extensive international business experience and dedication to the non-profit organization. She has served on the board for seven years and is the first Black woman to hold the position of board chair.
The agency’s president and CEO, Malena Mendez, praised Williams’ leadership and commitment, stating, “Marlene’s visionary approach and depth of knowledge make her the ideal candidate for this role. We are thrilled to have her lead our organization.”
Williams is joined on the executive board by Lania Rittenhouse of Spirit Airlines, David Angel, Esq., Chelsea Koff of Stearns Weaver Miller Weissler Alhadeff & Sitterson, P.A., and Guillermo “Willy” Gomez. Additionally, two new members have joined the board of directors: Jay Reynolds, owner of WolfCreek Consultants and past president of Alpha Phi Alpha, and Manuel Catedral, a certified coach and mentor. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County has been empowering youth for over 50 years. Learn more at bbbsbroward.org.
