Lawrence Williams

Lawrence Williams is an accomplished entrepreneur with a diverse professional background in technology, regulation, strategy, and business. With experience in some of the world's most ambitious startups, including Zipline, Palantir, SpaceX, Tesla Motors, and Teledesic, Lawrence has established himself as a highly sought-after industry expert. He has served in various government positions throughout his career, including the White House Office of Business Liaison and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA).

Lawrence received his undergraduate degree in Political Science and Communications from the University of Colorado Boulder and his Masters in Business Administration (MBA) with honors from Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business. He is a passionate advocate for health and nutrition and a three-time Ironman triathlete. Lawrence co-founded the non-profit organization Eat REAL, where he currently serves on the Board.

In his professional career, Lawrence has held numerous executive roles, including Founder and CEO of Merlin Mobility, Global Business Development Executive at Zipline International Inc., Vice President for International and Government at SpaceX, and Senior Vice President of Business Development at ICO Global Communications, among others.

Throughout his career, Lawrence has been involved in various teams and initiatives, such as serving as a member of the Science and Technology Transition Team at the U.S. Presidential Transition Team, President-Elect Support, Office of Nationwide Engagement (ONE). His experience and knowledge have made him a valuable voice in the technology and business world.