ABOUT | Dr. Cheryl Jackson

THEY CALL ME ACTION.

Dr. Jackson’s work has been recognized by Good Morning America, The Steve Harvey Show, Ellen, The Talk, Entertainment Tonight, and Ebony’s Top 100 people of the year. She has been a significant voice in the nonprofit sector, and her goal is to share the valuable relationships and knowledge she has built over the years with members of the Blacks In Nonprofits (BIN Global) platform. Her dedication to making a difference is evident whether she is talking with the homeless or sitting at the table with the President of the United States.

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CHERYL

Dr. Cheryl Jackson is a respected author, multi-million dollar social entrepreneur, community builder, and acclaimed business strategist trusted by global brands for her ability to inspire change, motivate audiences, and transform minds. Renowned for her unique insights, she equips high performers with the tools needed to achieve their highest ambitions and take their careers to the next level.

As the founder of Minnie's Food Pantry, established in 2008 to honor her late mother, the late Dr. Minnie Hawthorne-Ewing, Dr. Jackson has served over 27 million meals and expanded the pantry from a small 500-square-foot building to 12 locations and 28,000 square feet headquartered in Plano, Texas. Dr. Jackson's work has garnered support from top names in the entertainment world and the sports industry, including Oprah Winfrey, Mark Cuban, Martha Stewart, Tyler Perry, and the Dallas Mavericks. She has also been featured in numerous documentaries on platforms such as the Food Network, CNN, Steve Harvey, ELLEN, Good Morning America, and ABC News.

Dr. Jackson is a sought-after keynote speaker, having delivered speeches for Fortune 500 companies such as AT&T, Frito Lay, Dr. Pepper, Mercedes Benz, JCPenney, and hundreds of schools and organizations. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge, experience, and strategies to motivate and activate audiences to unleash the Power of Action.

Dr. Cheryl Jackson is a true force for good, recognized for her groundbreaking achievements and contributions. Her tactical and inspiring approach to leadership and business has earned praise from influential figures such as Michelle Obama, Stedman Graham and Rihanna, making her an impactful and highly respected voice in the industry. She serves on the Billion meals board with Tony Robbins and many others.

Jackson has received the Microsoft Women of Excellence Award, Ebony Top 100 People, Black Leadership Power of Community Award, Community Leader of the Year, Good Morning America’s Hero Award , US Congressional Community Hero Award, the Presidential Service Award and numerous others.

Jackson’s legacy is to make a difference in the lives of millions of people and the most important people are her family. Jackson has been married for 37 years and has two intelligent sons and seven one- of- a kind grandkids.

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and change the world" "

"I empower the leaders of tomorrow to find their voice, own their power,

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

MARK CUBAN

Cheryl is consistent. How can you tell her No? She is bold and she gets the job done. I am proud to support the work she does.

EMMITT SMITH

Cheryl has tenacity that athletes have. She is doing the most with what she has. She is consistent and persistent. I am never amazed at what she does. Cheryl is a driving force and she doesn’t take ‘No” for an answer.