Leonardo Williams, a former educator and small business owner, has been elected Mayor of Durham, North Carolina, ushering in a leadership era rooted in inclusion and opportunity. A graduate of North Carolina Central University, Williams embodies the HBCU tradition of servant leadership.

Williams previously served on the Durham City Council, where he was known for advocating small business growth and equitable development. His mayoral platform emphasizes expanding access to affordable housing, improving public education, and strengthening economic opportunities for working families.

As Durham continues to experience rapid growth, Williams’ leadership aims to balance innovation with community preservation, ensuring every resident benefits from the city’s progress.