Began at Illinois:
2014

Education:
Williams earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Recreation, Sport, and Tourism from the University of Illinois in 2016 and 2018, respectively.

Job Responsibilities:
Williams is primarily responsible for event management and guest relations of State Farm Center concerts and sporting events, in addition to other shows and events. He also assists with management of the building and event security operations, developing and coordinating safety and risk management initiatives, monitoring security and emergency procedures in the industry, as well as the management and integration of the Illinois Premium Seating event management operation at State Farm Center.

Past Experience:
Williams joined the State Farm Center event staff team in 2014 before becoming the graduate assistant for Illinois Premium Seating in 2016 where he assisted with the premium seating operation for both Memorial Stadium and State Farm Center.

Personal:
A native of Mahomet, Illinois, Williams and his wife, Lexy, currently reside in Champaign with their daughter, Remington.

Updated October 2020