Reverend Willie Pulliam

Reverend Willie Pulliam is a native of Buffalo, NY.  He is a graduate of Emerson High School; has an AA from Jamestown Community College; a BSW from Gannon University and a MSW from the University at Buffalo.   He is presently enrolled in Northeastern University where he is pursuing a Master’s Degree in Divinity.  He is an ordained Elder and an associate minister at Bethel AME Church in Buffalo, NY as well as First African Methodist Episcopal Church of Lockport, NY.   Reverend Pulliam has been practicing in the field of Human Services for over 25 years.  He has been a strong advocate for the under serviced population such as our youth, seniors, homeless, and those managing substance abuse and mental illness.  He has been an adjunct professor at several local colleges such as ECC, Daemen, and Bryant &Stratton, where he has recently become a part of the admissions team.  Reverend Pulliam has been married for over 30 years to Black Achiever Robin Pulliam and he is the proud father of two children and two grandchildren.  He is also a recipient of the Herculean Fathers Award.  He has been a NCAA men’s college basketball official for over 27 years and is also a member of the Buffalo Bills officiating crew.  Reverend Pulliam believes that his true purpose in life is to be a humble servant. With great pleasure and pride, he serves as a proud Black Achiever’s Board Member.