Charlie Williams

As the Operations and Programs Officer of Armed Services YMCA, Charlie is responsible for ASYMCA’s programmatic growth, standardization and measurement across each of its thirteen branches. He develops professional relationships with myriad Military and Volunteer Service Organizations to align ASYMCA’s operations and programs with the needs of active duty service
members and their families. He actively engages our Board of Directors and key stakeholders to ensure ASYMCA delivers return on investment and remains a “charity of choice” for corporate,
organization, and foundation donations across the country.

 
Prior to his service with ASYMCA, Charlie spent over 30 years as an active duty naval officer, culminating in promotion to the rank of rear admiral and commanding ships, squadrons and task forces. He served in a variety of duty stations in the United States, and also overseas in Japan and Singapore. Charlie holds a BA in history from the University of Virginia, an MS in systems technology from Naval Postgraduate School, and an MA in national security and strategic studies from the Naval War College.

 
Born in Falls Church, Virginia, Charlie is the son and son-in-law of enlisted Sailors from World War II and the Korean War. He is a proud husband and father who enjoys rooting for his hometown Washington Nationals and Capitals, traveling to see where historic events took place, and finding a great meal from a local vendor. Service to his country, his family and others form the basis of his values.