Ryan Williams

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.

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.

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