The Village - Leading Anew

Dr. Teri Coaxum is a historic trailblazer, economic development powerhouse, and a premier strategist at the intersection of business, government, and cutting-edge technology. She made history as the first African American woman to serve as Deputy State Director for U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer, and later served under President Barack Obama’s administration as the Region II Advocate for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Advocacy. Today, as the CEO and Founder of Coaxum Connects LLC and host of The Coaxum Report, Dr. Coaxum is a leading national voice in demystifying Artificial Intelligence (AI) to ensure minority- and women-owned businesses (MWBEs) remain globally competitive. A recipient of the prestigious U.S. Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, a global ambassador, and a dedicated family caregiver, she seamlessly bridges the gap between high-level policy, emerging tech, and grassroots economic empowerment.