Experienced Leadership for Dallas College 

With more than three decades of business experience as Co-Chair of Minyard Food Stores, a minority owner of the Dallas Mavericks, a small business owner and a real estate professional, Gretchen brings a smart, business-minded approach to the Dallas College Board of Trustees.

Appointed as a Dallas College Trustee to fill the unexpired term of her husband, Sonny Williams upon his death, Gretchen is a hands-on leader committed to improving the quality of life for Dallas College students and families.

As a Dallas College Trustee, Gretchen is leading to strengthen the education pipeline from high school to college, to streamline and support navigation through college for first-generation college students and to shrink the income disparity in underserved communities by making college accessible and affordable to all.

Gretchen Minyard Williams
“The mission of Dallas College is to transform lives and communities through higher education.
I understand this and fully support these goals and the work it takes to ensure that progress is made each year.”

Gretchen

“There’s no one with a heart bigger than Gretchen’s. Our students, families and entire community is well-served with Gretchen’s leadership as a Dallas College Trustee.”

Cynt Marshall

CEO, Dallas Mavericks

“Gretchen understands the critical role Dallas College plays in the future of our families and our community. As our Trustee, she’ll lead for policies that address income disparity, increase access to education and transform our workforce and our community through education.”

Lynn McBee

CEO, Young Women’s Prep Network

“Gretchen is the strong, principled leader we need guiding Dallas College. She’s committed to delivering a quality education to our next generation while making sure our tax dollars are used efficiently and effectively.”

Bob Ferguson

Former CEO, TD Industries & Former Dallas College Trustee

Dallas Kids First has announced its endorsements for the May 2022 Campaign Season!

To learn more about the Dallas Kids First endorsement of Gretchen Minyard Williams, CLICK HERE

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