Reginald D. Williams II (Reggie) leads the Commonwealth Fund’s program on International Health Policy and Practice Innovations and co-leads the Fund’s focus on Behavioral Health.

Prior to the Fund, Mr. Williams worked as a managing director at Avalere Health for 15 years. His roles at Avalere included leading the firm’s Evidence-Based Medicine Policy practice and focusing on health care delivery innovation and digital health. For over 10 years, he has volunteered with organizations dedicated to helping people live mentally healthier lives. Mr. Williams serves on the board of directors of Fountain House and the Youth Mental Health Project. He has also served as the chair of the board of directors of Mental Health America. Mr. Williams earned an A.B. in Biomedical Ethics from Brown University.