Billy Mawhiney is a speaker, author, and Executive Director of the South Dakota Afterschool Network, where he works to expand opportunities for young people and strengthen communities across the state. With a career rooted in youth development, education, and systems-building, he brings both frontline experience and big-picture thinking to every stage he steps on.

Billy is the author of Write Your Evolving Story, a practical framework that challenges the idea that our paths are fixed. Instead, he equips audiences with tools to take ownership of their direction, navigate change, and move forward with clarity and purpose.

Known for his engaging and conversational style, Billy blends personal storytelling with actionable takeaways. Whether speaking to educators, leaders, or emerging changemakers, he leaves audiences with a renewed sense of possibility and a clear next step for what comes next.