Silicon Valley business strategist Cheryl Edison works across 75 countries and 65 industries. Known for her philosophy "Creativity, Community, and Commerce," Edison is continually on the move, living the effects of emerging global patterns, capturing opportunities and developing frameworks that guide innovators to fundraise, sell globally and scale into the US Market with more ease.
As a trusted advisor and speaker to the US State Department, Embassies, iconic universities, incubators/accelerators, foundations, and venture capital firms, Edison is relied on to "tell it like it is," building bridges for business and personal transformation. Her expertise spans investment readiness, pitch development, strategic partnerships, and ecosystem building—translating complex systems into actionable strategies and soundbite tactics that have made her a sought-after media personality regularly featured in broadcast media in every country she visits.
Edison provides practical tools to build sustainable, planet-positive outcomes while navigating the unspoken rules that block innovation from becoming global reality. Her pioneering frameworks are credited with helping startup ecosystems thrive locally and globally, while her inclusive methodology ensures diverse voices and perspectives become integral to business success, creating lasting economic impact with a commitment to unite our global community.
TESTIMONIALS
Steny Hoyer
Democratic Whip
U.S. Congress
"It is always a wonderful pleasure when I meet someone who is so focused, energetic, positive and uplifting. You exemplify all of those traits. Thank you for taking the time to show us this exciting venture."
Jongyeop Seon
Founder & CEO
Lutra
"Your mentoring started with incredible business insights, but what stayed with us the most was the confidence and courage you helped us find. Even though we knew it wouldn't be easy to solidify our business structure in such a short time, we boldly pivoted and pitched our product, and it was all thanks to you."
Sun Kim
Senior Program Officer, WASH
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
"Absolute fond memories of the great teams and selfless mentors working on digital ID and sanitation solutions for the benefit of the millions of refugees that Turkiye embraced. It is through our shared humanity and love that we can work together, leveraging our diverse perspectives to serve others!"
Stephania Uruena Salazar
Gerente Comercial
Grupo ENX
"Hoy tuve el agrado de estar en el Almuerzo de Mujeres Lideres donde Cheryl Edison nos compartio su experiencia con la conferencia 'Mujeres y Exito: Hazlo tu misma, delega y empodera.' Encantador conocer el gran trabajo de Cheryl y estar rodeada de tantas mujeres que buscan dejar una huella positiva en el mundo a traves de sus emprendimientos."
Sarfraz Ahmed
Senior Deputy Chief Manager
State Bank of Pakistan
"I had the privilege to lead the State Bank of Pakistan BSC Lahore team in an extremely enthusiastic discussion with Cheryl Edison - a distinguished Silicon Valley expert with unparalleled expertise in economic development and entrepreneurship and a global footprint spanning 76 countries and 65 industries. The session facilitated insightful exchanges on business growth, challenges, and sustainable development."
Syed Azfar Hussain
Karachi
National Incubation Center
"At NIC Karachi, we welcomed Cheryl Edison, Global Business Strategist, who shared her expertise on taking startups global to a full house. Cheryl simplified complex global business concepts, offering practical advice on market entry tactics and building international partnerships."
Sobia Bano, PhD
Associate Professor
GIFT University
"Recently attended a session by Cheryl Edison - one of the best I've experienced! She shared insights on the Spiral and how it operates within the ecosystem, offering a fresh perspective on how entrepreneurs can leverage their environment for success. One fascinating example was Hershey's Kisses - a small chocolate with a big impact, a perfect illustration of how strategic positioning can turn a simple product into an iconic brand."
Megan Neese
Senior Manager, Future Lab
Nissan
"Cheryl is a magic maker. She is the instrumental core of an engaged and thriving community that breaks down barriers between demographics and disciplines, opens up possibilities, and inspires collaborations between unlikely pairs. She's a creator of spaces, places, and ethos that have a profound sense of purpose."
Gigi Wang
Industry Faculty
Sutardja Center, UC Berkeley
"Cheryl Edison is leaving an impact in so many places around the world. So thrilled to be able to collaborate with you."
Tugba Kupeli
Program Manager
Grameen Creative Lab
"Thank you very much for your great support, commitment and motivation, Cheryl. This means a lot to me and the Grameen Creative Lab team! We are very much looking forward to these five days, and we are excited to see all these amazing pitches and the team motivation of the Young Challengers. Thank you again for everything."
Timothy Ronse
Supply Chain Coordinator
Volkswagen D'Ieteren Finance
"Thank you for your amazing point of view. Emotional value is the key to success! Through fear, belonging and happiness, a brand can be created. But the most important part for any beginning entrepreneur: find your own brand, and don't let know-it-alls tell you how it 'should' be done."
Syed Muhammad Ismail
Co-Founder
Saraaf
"Cheryl Edison shared invaluable insights into the startup ecosystem and entrepreneurship. Her expertise and engaging answers left everyone inspired and motivated."
Safia Mustafa
Founder & CEO
Razia Sultanas / Aurora Organics
"Thank you, Cheryl, for sharing your wisdom and for inspiring entrepreneurs like myself to think beyond borders while building sustainable, planet-positive businesses. Your impact is truly global!"
Nikil Thalanki
Researcher
LBNL Molecular Foundry
"Thank you for your incredible advice and support - it made such a big difference for our team! Your insights were invaluable in helping us refine our pitch and communicate our vision effectively. We couldn't have done it without your thoughtful feedback and encouragement as we continue to grow Experimentia."
Draper Cygnus
Venture Capital
Draper Cygnus
"Thanks for your incredible insights on how to create value for investors and customers in the Silicon Valley way. It 100% rewired our brains."
Dimitris Thanos
Project Manager
Mindspace Greece
"Our participants couldn't stop talking about how they absolutely loved your workshops. We cannot thank you enough!"
Evangelyn Perera
Program Coordinator
American Corner Kandy
"On behalf of the American Corner Kandy, we want to express our appreciation and thanks for a great session. The ACK team learnt a lot from it, and so did our viewers. It was an honor to have you on our virtual series - there is much more to be explored. We look forward to more workshops in the future."
Carolina Vassallucci
Project Manager
Globant
"La importancia del trabajo en equipo, la proactividad, la diversidad, pero sobre todo, el espacio y el entorno. Estas fueron algunas de las ensenanzas de Cheryl Edison a los University Innovation Fellows UM. Muchas gracias por tus consejos y apoyo, Cheryl."
Syed Sana Shah
Hyderabad
National Incubation Center
"NIC Hyderabad came alive hosting Global Business Strategist Cheryl Edison. Every seat was filled as she shared her playbook for taking startups global - breaking down complex international expansion strategies with remarkable clarity, from market entry tactics to building global partnerships."
Dr. Shamaila Burney
Associate Professor
Salim Habib University
"I recently had the privilege of meeting Cheryl Edison, a globally recognized business strategist whose insights on international and national business growth are nothing short of transformative."
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