Kashwayne Williams, MBA, MHA

​Kashwayne Williams serves as the executive director for business affairs and strategic planning in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. He earned his Master of Business Administration from Troy University and his Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Williams is a fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives. ​

With nearly two decades in academic medicine, Williams began his career at Morehouse School of Medicine, where he held various roles across clinical operations, education, and research. In 2014, he joined Washington University School of Medicine as an executive management fellow in the Dean’s Office, subsequently advancing to positions that led to his current role in emergency medicine. ​

Beyond his professional responsibilities, Williams contributes to community health initiatives as a board member of the National Association of Healthcare Services Executives' St. Louis Chapter and as a fund allocations committee member for the United Way of St. Louis. He also serves as an adjunct professor at Saint Louis University, teaching courses in healthcare economics and analytical methods. ​

Since joining AAAEM, Williams has been an active contributor across multiple committees. He served as chair of the Strategic Planning Committee, where he played a key role in shaping both short-term and long-term strategies to advance the academy's operations. In addition, Williams has made valuable contributions to the Education and Professional Development Committee, helping to enhance the academy's educational initiatives within the field.