Director of Development and External Relations | Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh

Jarrod Williams is a courageous, strategic, and results-orientated development professional committed to creating a true culture of philanthropy for non-profits. He is currently the Director of Development and External Relations for the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh (ULGP). He is responsible for planning, implementing, and directing comprehensive strategies for fundraising, marketing, events, and volunteer programs on behalf ULGP. Jarrod is a proud Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) and member of the Men of Color in Development (MOCID).

Jarrod was recognized by 101.1 The Wiz radio station as a top 30 under 30 young professional in Cincinnati back in 2020. His talent for influencing others was also recognized by the 2019 Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio’s leadership program, where as a graduate he received the Best-in-Class Award for Best Connector, in the Urban Leaders Institute that focuses on African American leadership in the community.

Jarrod has a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications from Wright State University. He has also recently earned his master’s degree in Business Leadership and Innovation from Northern Kentucky University. Jarrod is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated.