Cheryl Contee
About Cheryl Contee
Cheryl Contee is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Change Agent AI, with extensive experience in leadership roles across various organizations, including The Impact Seat Foundation and Forbes Business Council. She is an accomplished entrepreneur, author, and speaker, recognized for her contributions to technology and social impact.
Work at The Impact Seat Foundation
Cheryl Contee serves as the Chief Executive Officer of The Impact Seat Foundation, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on advancing the foundation's mission to promote inclusivity and equity in various sectors. Her leadership is instrumental in shaping the foundation's strategic direction and initiatives aimed at creating a more equitable society.
Current Roles and Contributions
Cheryl Contee is currently a Co-Founder at Change Agent AI, where she has been active since 2024. She is also a Contributing Member of the Forbes Business Council since 2023 and has been involved with the Fast Company Executive Board since 2021. These roles reflect her commitment to innovation and thought leadership in the business and technology sectors.
Education and Expertise
Cheryl Contee holds an M.B.A. from Georgetown University McDonough School of Business and a B.A. in Ethics, Politics, and Economics from Yale University. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in business strategy and ethical considerations, which she applies in her various leadership roles and initiatives.
Achievements and Recognition
Cheryl Contee has been recognized for her contributions to the tech and social impact sectors. She was listed among The Influencers 50 in Campaigns and Elections magazine and featured in Forbes as one of the 6 Women Investors Building Tomorrow's Economy. Additionally, she is an Amazon bestselling author of 'Mechanical Bull: How You Can Achieve Startup Success.'
Previous Experience and Leadership
Cheryl has held significant leadership positions, including Chair and Founder of Do Big Things and Chief Innovation Officer at The Impact Seat. She also served as Vice President at Fleishman-Hillard. Her experience spans various sectors, including digital marketing, social impact, and technology, showcasing her versatility and leadership capabilities.