Bill Curtis-Davidson

Bill Curtis-Davidson serves as Executive Director and Principal Research Scientist at the Center for Inclusive Design & Innovation, one of four research centers in the Georgia Tech College of Design. He leads initiatives focused on making technology broadly accessible and enabling inclusive innovation through research, services, and education. Curtis-Davidson brings extensive experience in AI governance, accessibility, and inclusive design from roles spanning federal consulting, augmented reality, and digital accessibility sectors. Previously, he led AI governance initiatives for federal clients at The Cadmus Group, established Magic Leap's first accessibility program, and served as Senior Director of Strategic Consulting Services at Level Access. His work bridges academic research with industry application, translating inclusive design principles into actionable frameworks and helping organizations integrate accessibility throughout their innovation processes. Curtis-Davidson is recognized for his cross-disciplinary approach connecting technology development with the needs of diverse user communities.