Ron Williams

Ron Williams is an American businessman and author with a distinguished career in both the private and public sectors. He is the chairman and CEO of RW2 Enterprises, LLC, a consulting firm dedicated to serving American business and society. He also holds significant positions on the boards of American Express, Boeing, and Johnson & Johnson, contributing his expertise to these major corporations.

Williams is renowned for his tenure as chairman and CEO of Aetna, Inc., where he played a pivotal role in transforming the company into an industry leader. Under his leadership, Aetna was recognized as FORTUNE's most admired company in the Health Care: Insurance and Managed Care category for three consecutive years. His efforts were focused on increasing access and affordability in healthcare and making the American healthcare system more efficient, delivering greater value to consumers.

In addition to his achievements in healthcare, Williams is a management consultant who coaches and consults with senior corporate executives of Fortune 100 companies on transformational leadership strategy, board preparedness, and business strategy. He has a strong commitment to societal issues, working with private-sector and nonprofit groups to address critical needs, including the transformation of American health care. His influence extends to serving as an Operating Advisor to the private equity firm Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, LLC, and as Chairman of portfolio companies agilon health and naviHealth.

In 2019, Williams shared his extensive knowledge and experiences in his book "Learning to Lead: The Journey to Leading Yourself, Leading Others, and Leading an Organization." He continues to educate and inspire leaders through his work and has been acknowledged as one of Modern Healthcare's 100 Most Powerful People in Healthcare in 2009. His dedication to leadership and development extends to his involvement in the MIT Corporation and as Vice Chairman of The Conference Board.

Williams’ contributions and commitment to improving society and mentoring future leaders make him a respected figure in both the business and healthcare landscapes. His strategic insights and leadership have not only shaped major corporations but have also had a profound impact on American healthcare policies and practices.