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Tiffany Edwards

Founder & Chief Strategy Officer, State of Ohio Collective (Black Sponsor)

Tiffany Edwards, CFRE is a distinguished business leader, published author, and internationally renowned social innovator and strategist, with expertise in cultural diplomacy and strategic innovation. Her work has positioned her as a pivotal figure in shaping global thought and practice. Drawing from extensive experience in the corporate, nonprofit, and civic sectors, Edwards demonstrates strategic leadership by advancing systemic change by creating and fostering transformative initiatives that address structural inequities, promote inclusive practices, and reimagine organizational frameworks. Her approach focuses on reshaping policies, systems, and institutions to create sustainable, long-term impacts across diverse communities and industries.She is the founder and Chief Strategy Officer of The State of Ohio Collective, CEO of Global Collective Enterprises, Gramish Consulting, and Gramish Tech where she applies her expertise to foster innovation, inventions, and creating consulting solutions to complex problems.

Edwards' career spans a wide array of specialized domains, including strategic and enterprise resource planning, IT and project management, banking, philanthropic and fund development, human resources, and outplacement strategy. She has led large-scale, transformative initiatives across diverse sectors in C-suite and leadership roles at prestigious institutions such as the Pro Football Hall of Fame, JPMorgan Chase, Karen Hoyos International, and Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens.

Edwards has BA degrees in Business Management and Corporate Communication from Walsh University and is pursuing a doctorate in counseling with a focus on sexology. A lifelong learner, Edwards has accumulated numerous certifications in technology, business, ethics, education, human resources, nonprofit governance, social work, and counseling, underscoring her commitment to continuous professional development. As part of the 2% of Certified Fund Raising Executives (CFREs) globally who are African American or Latinx, she represents a select group of experts in philanthropic development.