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City Club of Cleveland - Jay Williams, Deputy Director Intergovernmental Affairs
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Jay Williams currently serves as Deputy Director for the White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs. In his new position, he leads efforts to engage mayors, city council members, and county officials around the country.

In August 2011, Jay Williams became the Executive Director of the Office of Recovery for Auto Communities and Workers. Williams worked directly with state and local stakeholders in areas affected by the changing American automotive industry.

Williams served as the Mayor of Youngstown, Ohio from 2006 to 2011. Prior to being elected, Williams spent five years as the Director of Community Development for the city. Before transitioning into public service, Williams enjoyed a career in banking, which included stints at the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland and First Place Bank, as a Vice President.

Mayor Williams was born and raised in Youngstown. He graduated from Youngstown State University with a B.S.B.A., majoring in finance.
August 31, 2012