Cecilia Edwards is a transformation strategist and thought leader who advises Fortune 100 companies on leveraging emerging technologies, especially AI, to drive inclusive, high-impact change. Known for her work at the intersection of business, technology, and society, she is also a lauded keynote speaker. Cecilia began her career launching rockets as an officer in the U.S. Air Force. Before joining Wavestone, she worked at The Boston Consulting Group and led a Dallas-based foundation focused on strengthening lower-income neighbourhoods. She holds an AB from Smith College and an MBA from UC Berkeley.