Riley Edwards
About Riley Edwards
Riley Edwards serves as the Chief of Staff for the Accelerator at Evidence Action since 2022. With a strong background in economics and consulting, Edwards has held various roles at Bain & Company and other organizations, contributing to economic analysis and strategic initiatives.
Current Role at Evidence Action
Riley Edwards serves as the Chief of Staff for the Accelerator division at Evidence Action. In this role, which began in 2022, Edwards is responsible for overseeing strategic initiatives and operational management within the organization. Evidence Action focuses on scalable solutions to global challenges, and the Accelerator division aims to enhance the impact of its programs.
Professional Experience
Prior to joining Evidence Action, Riley Edwards held various positions in consulting and analytics. Edwards worked at Bain & Company as a Senior Associate Consultant since 2021, following a two-year tenure as an Associate Consultant from 2019 to 2021. Edwards also gained experience as a Summer Consultant at Bates White Economic Consulting in 2018 and as a Warranty Analytics Intern at Nissan Motor Corporation in 2017. Additionally, Edwards completed a Summer Analyst role at StageOne Ventures in 2019.
Educational Background
Riley Edwards earned a Master of Arts in Economics and a Bachelor's degree in Economics, Mathematics, and Finance from The University of Alabama. Edwards graduated Summa Cum Laude, indicating a high level of academic achievement. This educational foundation supports Edwards' expertise in economic analysis and consulting.
Work History Overview
Riley Edwards has a diverse work history that spans multiple industries and roles. Starting as a Warranty Analytics Intern at Nissan Motor Corporation in 2017, Edwards transitioned to a Summer Consultant role at Bates White Economic Consulting in 2018. In 2019, Edwards worked as a Summer Analyst at StageOne Ventures before joining Bain & Company as an Associate Consultant. Edwards advanced to Senior Associate Consultant at Bain & Company in 2021, before taking on the Chief of Staff position at Evidence Action in 2022.