Ryan Williams
Retired Law Enforcement, Executive Leader
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About
Highly accomplished and versatile executive leader with 20+ years of experience spanning law enforcement administration, strategic project management, and high-volume retail operations. Proven ability to lead large, multi-disciplinary teams (50+ employees), manage complex, multimillion-dollar budgets, and oversee capital improvement and new construction projects. Licensed Realtor with expertise in client relations and property transactions.
Experience
Highly accomplished and versatile executive leader with 20+ years of experience spanning law enforcement administration, strategic project management, and high-volume retail operations. Proven ability to lead large, multi-disciplinary teams (50+ employees), manage complex, multimillion-dollar budgets, and oversee capital improvement and new construction projects. Licensed Realtor with expertise in client relations and property transactions.
Education
2023–Current Project Director, DNA Investments
○ Direct all phases of remodeling and repair for pre-owned investments, ensuring quality control and adherence to projected timelines.
○ Conduct site planning and coordination for new construction projects, managing all external contractors and vendor relationships.
○ Responsible for maintaining and tracking the multi-million-dollar project budget for all active investment properties.
2023–Current Realtor, Keller Williams Realty, Knoxville, TN
○ Consult with clients on market conditions and price strategy to facilitate the successful sale and purchase of residential homes, land and commercial real estate.
2018–2023 Assistant Chief of Police, The Oliver Springs Police Department
○ Managed operations and directed over twenty employees across patrol, codes enforcement, dispatch, and detective divisions.
○ Oversaw and administered a departmental budget exceeding one million dollars.
○ Led and organized various community service projects and departmental fundraisers.
2013–2018 General Manager, Secret City CDJR / Cogdill PropertiesLLC
○ Directed the operations and managed over fifty employees for a high-volume retail automotive and property management group.
○ Maintained a multi-million-dollar budget, including high-value car appraisal and purchasing functions.
○ Produced targeted advertisements and maintained all internet sales platforms to drive revenue growth.
2006–2013 Investigator / DEA Task Force Agent, The Anderson County Sheriff’s Office
○ Conducted extensive, complex criminal investigations as a sworn DEA Task Force Agent, collaborating with local, state, and federal agencies.
○ Specialized in the investigation and prosecution of drug crimes in The Eastern District of Tennessee.
Education
2006 POST Approved Law Enforcement Academy, Cleveland State Community College
Graduate of TN Law Enforcement Academy.
2001 High School Diploma, Oak Ridge High School, Oak Ridge, TN
Skills and Affiliations
NAR – National Association of Realtors
ETNR – East Tennessee Realtors
Licensed Realtor State of Tennessee
Core Executive Leadership
Budget Management
Real Estate Transactions
Property Management
Project Oversight
Investigative Tactics
Site Planning
Contractor Coordination
Professional Affiliation Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police
Police Grant Director THSO
FBI-LEEDA Leadership Certification
CJIS Certification
Property and Evidence Technician
Law Enforcement Management and Administration School Certification
Instructor Development Certification
Tennessee Hazardous Materials Institute Certification
Tennessee Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar Certification
Criminal Intelligence Systems Operator Certification
Tennessee TBIRS Data Collection
FEMA Incident Command Certification
Clandestine Laboratory Investigations Certification
Interview and Interrogation Certification
Alcohol Sales and Compliance Investigations
Homicide Investigations
Illegal Narcotic Investigations
Highway Criminal Interdiction Certification
CPR and Advanced Medical Care Certification
