YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Youngstown Area Goodwill Industries Inc. recently announced the hiring of Celina Williams as director of human resources.
In this key leadership role, Williams will oversee strategic and day-to-day HR operations, ensuring that all policies and practices support Goodwill’s mission to empower individuals through employment and community-based services.
“We’re excited to welcome Celina Williams to the Goodwill team. Her leadership and experience will strengthen the connection between our people and our mission, while her strategic vision will play a key role in empowering our team, fostering a culture of support and accountability, and advancing our impact both internally and in the communities we serve,” said Shelley Murray, CEO of Youngstown Area Goodwill Industries.
With a master’s degree in human resource management and a diverse background spanning for-profit, nonprofit and government sectors, Williams brings a wealth of knowledge to the position. Her career began with a government contractor in New Mexico, where she supported personnel functions while her husband served in the U.S. Air Force. Since then, she has led HR departments across multiple sectors, driving impact through strategic planning, compliance leadership, employee engagement and organizational development.
“As director of human resources at Goodwill, I aim to evolve the HR department from an administrative function to a true strategic partner,” Williams said. “By strengthening recruitment, onboarding, compliance and engagement, we will be better positioned to support both our team and the broader community.”
Williams believes her greatest impact will come through building a people-first culture: “The single largest investment any organization makes is in its people. A strong HR presence is essential for any other goal to be achieved,” she said.