Professional Journey

Tamisha first served as the Secretary of the University of Richmond Black Alumni Network in 2013. Tamisha's role was multifold. She was instrumental in maintaining robust communication through designing and publishing a quarterly e-newsletter, composing thoughtful correspondence, and ensuring a well-managed group member database. In 2022, Tamisha joined the advisory council and was named Chair. She works with other council members to establish the group’s directory and coordinate events with on-campus partners.

As the driving force behind Tamisha Williams Consulting, LLC, Tamisha provides one-on-one coaching, equity leadership guidance, and facilitation training. She also conducts signature workshops and takes on innovative projects that align with her commitment to equity and justice, fostering an atmosphere of continuous learning.

Tamisha was instrumental in developing an anti-bias/anti-racism (ABAR) curriculum and training for over 250 employees. She co-taught Frameworks of Identity, a 7th/8th-grade course where students explored their identity and developed language around diversity, empathy, stereotyping, and bias. Additionally, Tamisha supported the Parent Association by developing a process for affinity groups for families and collaborating with the Cultural Competence Committee on their monthly speaker series.

As the Dean of Adult Equity and Inclusion, Tamisha guided the school's holistic equity and inclusion initiatives. She played a pivotal role in professional development, parent and guardian inclusion, and trustee education. Through innovative programming, such as feelings check-in inspired by Pixar's 'Inside Out', Tamisha and the school counselor ensured emotional wellbeing was a key part of fostering an inclusive and equitable community.

As the Director of Equity and Community Initiatives, Tamisha spearheaded diversity-related efforts for middle and upper school students. She co-created the influential 'Me-We Conference' and chaired the Diversity Task Force. Tamisha also collaborated on professional development programs and initiatives aimed at student needs and diversifying the student body, fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment.

Between 2008-2010, Tamisha served as a Family and Marriage Counseling student, dedicating 600 hours to support 10 families facing diverse challenges. She maintained detailed case records for research and coordinated services. Additionally, she hosted workshops to equip higher-education professionals with vital counseling skills.