ELAINE L. WILLIAMS
CEO, ConnectED Consulting Services LLC
Chicago, Illinois
Over 15 years of experience in managing E-Rate program applications, reviews, audits, appeals, competitive bidding, contract negotiation, service and vendor substitutions, and technology planning
Former Chief Technology Officer for Chicago Public Schools
– Responsible for the acquisition and deployment of telecommunications and technology products and services for more than 640 locations
– Oversaw negotiation of contracts with telecommunications and technology vendors for more than $500 million in technology products and services
– Obtained and managed more than $350 million in E-Rate funding for the District
Attorney with more than 25 years of experience in the areas of public finance, education law and federal program compliance
Graduate of Amherst College (Double major in Philosophy and English), and the University of Chicago School of Law