Yvonne Williams-McMillan

We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Yvonne Williams-McMillan as the new Board President of Porchlight Friends!

With nearly 20 years in higher education, Yvonne has made a name for herself as a leader in education. She holds a master’s in communication from DePaul University and a doctorate in educational leadership and organizational change from Roosevelt University, both in Chicago.

Beyond her professional life, Yvonne is a strong advocate for mentorship and leadership development. She’s actively involved in programs that support under-represented students and marginalized communities and is committed to nurturing the next generation of leaders.

Yvonne retired from teaching in 2016 and swapped Chicago’s harsh winters for sunny San Diego. In 2022, she made another big move to Colorado Springs to be closer to her daughter and only great-grandchild.