About
Michelle Williams is a nationally recognized social impact and innovation strategist with over15 years of experience advancing equity, economic empowerment, and entrepreneurial growth.Recognized by Texas Monthly as one of the “Top 10 Innovators Reshaping Texas,” she is regarded as a trusted leader in shaping Dallas-Fort Worth’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and beyond.
As Head of Texas Strategy for MassChallenge, Michelle leads statewide innovation initiatives, ecosystem development, and a multi-regional portfolio of high-impact startup acceleration programs. She has also advised organizations including Comerica, UNT Dallas, the DallasBlack Chamber, and TD Jakes Enterprises, where she helped shape entrepreneurship strategies spanning local, national, and global reach.
Previously, Michelle launched and directed Fintech in Action, a nationwide racial equity initiative uniting 60+ financial and fintech firms—including Visa, SoFi, and Robinhood—which raised $1.7M in its first year. She also served as Executive Director of The DEC Network, where she spearheaded the launch of The DEC at RedBird.Dedicated to expanding access to capital, education, and entrepreneurial infrastructure,Michelle continues to champion innovation and opportunity across Texas and beyond.