About
Williams and Wodell: Elevating Talent, Transforming Leadership
At Williams and Wodell, we specialize in Talent Search, HR Consulting, and Leadership Development—helping organizations connect with the right talent and build strong, effective teams.
With a combined 90 years of experience in Human Capital, Search, HR Solutions, and Leadership Development, we partner with organizations to enhance their workforce and leadership capabilities.
Our mission is to collaborate with organizations and colleagues to find talent, strengthen leadership, improve operational effectiveness, and ultimately increase stakeholder and shareholder value.
Peter F. Williams
Founder & President
Peter Williams is a seasoned Talent, Search, and Leadership Development advisor with over 40 years of experience helping organizations build high-performing leadership teams. Throughout his distinguished career, Peter has partnered with fast-growth organizations to source, recruit, and hire more than 10,000 managers, while personally training over 5,000 emerging leaders to develop their leadership skills.
Peter’s passion lies in enhancing organizations by identifying and cultivating the right talent to drive success. "The thing that gets me out of bed each and every morning is the opportunity to help organizations build successful, high-performing teams," he says. Peter’s career has been shaped by working alongside world-class leaders, an experience that forms the foundation of his approach to leadership development. He thrives on sharing these skills with future leaders, fostering their growth and preparing them for the challenges ahead.
Unlike the traditional HR trajectory, Peter’s background began in operations, giving him a unique perspective on human capital effectiveness. Early in his career, a wise CEO imparted a valuable lesson: "There are no cash registers at the corporate office." This insight reinforced Peter’s belief that his role was to support and empower the talent closest to the customer. This mindset has guided him throughout his career, including his rise to the executive level and a seat at the leadership table.
For over three decades, Peter held senior HR leadership roles, including serving as a Senior Vice President in industries such as restaurant, retail, non-profit, and medical devices. Over the past 11 years, he has expanded his impact as a consultant, partnering with high-growth organizations in IT, education, retail, home improvement, family offices, and beyond.
As the driving force behind Williams and Wodell, Peter focuses on helping organizations achieve their goals by identifying top-tier talent in human resources and finance. Equally committed to talent development, he designs and delivers leadership education programs that shape the next generation of leaders and facilitate organizational success.
Peter’s commitment to excellence and his passion for leadership development make him a trusted strategic partner for organizations seeking to transform their teams and achieve extraordinary results.
Judy Wodell
Founder & Managing Partner
Judy Wodell is a seasoned executive recruitment and human resources professional with over 40 years of experience. Judy started her career in operations. “I learned very quickly the value of every person working that shift. The goal for every shift was to be successful as a team. If one person fails, we all fail. So, let’s all be successful instead!” Judy grew her career with a focus on the people side – field & corporate talent acquisition, field & corporate training, field management, and leadership development. As the Founder and Managing Partner of Williams-Wodell, a national management and executive search firm, Judy has helped organizations across a diverse array of industries identify, recruit, and develop top-tier talent to drive business success.
Throughout her career, Judy has worked with a wide range of organizations, from startups to large, national corporations. She has developed a reputation for her ability to match the right leaders with the right roles, utilizing her extensive industry knowledge and deep network of professionals. Judy starts each contract with an emphasis on creating lasting, results-driven partnerships with both clients and candidates.
Judy’s passion for recruiting is basic, “I love finding jobs for people. When you offer an individual a job, you know they will go home that night with a bounce in their step. Their family will notice instantly. The new hire will have a confident, new demeanor knowing an organization found they have value. It’s a present like no other!”
Judy’s career began in the service industry in 1977, where she quickly ascended through various management and corporate roles. Her leadership and talent acquisition expertise were honed through senior positions with well-known organizations, including:
* * * Senior Director of Recruiting * * * Regional, Corporate, and Director of Training
* * * Director of Human Resources * * * Human Resources Management
In 2014, Judy founded The People Company, a recruiting and human resources consulting firm, where she has continued to deliver high-impact talent solutions for clients in hospitality, retail, medical devices, Family Offices, manufacturing, construction, charity, search firms and more. Her company slogan is simple “It’s All About People”.
Known for her creative problem-solving and results-oriented approach, Judy is highly regarded for her communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to build strong, lasting relationships. Her professional values are rooted in integrity, perseverance, and a commitment to excellence in every aspect of her work.
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