WASHINGTON, D.C.- The Office of Advocacy is pleased to announce William Gravell has been appointed Region 6 Advocate. Representing Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Texas, and Oklahoma, Gravell will be the link between South-Central small businesses and the Office of Advocacy’s Washington D.C. team.
Gravell is an accomplished local leader judge who has dedicated his career to public service in Williamson County, TX. In 2013, Judge Gravell was elected Justice of the Peace for Williamson County Precinct 3, a role he held with distinction for six years. In 2018, Gravell was elected as the Williamson County Judge, taking on the role of CEO for the county. During Gravell’s tenure he worked on projects that aim to enhance local revenue without increasing taxes, showcasing his commitment to economic growth and stability.
“It is a pleasure to welcome Bill Gravell to the Office of Advocacy as Region 6 Advocate,” said Deputy Chief Counsel Chip Bishop. “Working with small businesses is a journey filled with passion and potential where every challenge is a chance to innovate, and Gravell’s expertise will be a great resource for Advocacy.”
“For me this is just a continuation of what I was doing in Williamson County but on a larger scale.” Gravell said. “It is a great honor to serve as the voice for the 4.5 million small businesses that make the South-Central region of the United States their home.”
Gravell can be reached at william.gravell@sba.gov.
Created by Congress in 1976, the Office of Advocacy of the U.S. Small Business Administration is an independent voice for small business within the federal government. Appointed by the President and confirmed by the U.S. Senate, the Chief Counsel for Advocacy directs the office. The Chief Counsel advances the views, concerns, and interests of small business before Congress, the White House, federal agencies, federal courts, and state policymakers. Economic research, policy analyses, and small business outreach help identify issues of concern. Regional Advocates and an office in Washington, DC, support the Chief Counsel’s efforts. For more information on the Office of Advocacy, visit advocacy.sba.gov, or call (202) 205-6533.