Keynote Speaker · Bestselling Author · UN Ambassador

Dr. Cheryl
"Action"
Jackson

She Motivates. Inspires. Empowers.

Over 2,000 keynotes. 31 million meals served. One unstoppable mission to turn purpose into lasting impact — and lasting revenue.

Dr. Cheryl Action Jackson
2,000+
Keynotes Delivered
As Featured On
Oprah Ellen Good Morning America CNN Forbes Steve Harvey Show Food Network
Dr. Cheryl Jackson at Minnie's Food Pantry
31M+
Meals Served

The proof isn't in the pitch. It's in the pantry.

Dr. Cheryl "Action" Jackson didn't study leadership in a classroom. She built it. From a 500 sq ft leased room to a 28,643 sq ft facility serving 7,600 families every month through Minnie's Food Pantry.

She's been featured on Oprah, Ellen, Good Morning America, CNN, and Forbes. Honored by Rihanna, recognized by Congress, and appointed a UN Ambassador for Peace.

Now she's turning everything she's learned into something you can learn from too.

#1 Amazon Bestseller The Power of Action by Dr. Cheryl Jackson
#1 Amazon Bestseller

The Power of Action

The book that started a movement. Dr. Cheryl "Action" Jackson shares the raw, unfiltered story of building Minnie's Food Pantry from nothing, and the principles that turn purpose into unstoppable momentum. This isn't theory. It's a blueprint forged in real life.

Endorsed by Tony Robbins — world-renowned life strategist and bestselling author
Foreword by Stedman Graham — author, speaker, and identity leadership expert
$19.95
Available on Amazon & everywhere books are sold
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Four ways to work with Dr. Jackson

Whether you're booking a keynote, seeking strategy, building skills, or finding your people, there's a path built for you.

01 — Speaking

Set the room on fire

High-energy keynotes on leadership, resilience, social entrepreneurship, and turning purpose into action. Corporate stages, conferences, faith-based events, and everything in between.

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02 — Consulting

Strategy that moves

Structured consulting for nonprofit leaders, corporate CSR teams, and mission-driven organizations. Strategies built from 20+ years of building something real.

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03 — Courses

Learn the framework

On-demand courses that distill Dr. Jackson's proven approach to leadership, fundraising, community building, and scaling impact. Learn at your pace. Apply immediately.

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04 — Community

Find your people

A membership for purpose-driven leaders who want accountability, connection, and direct access. Monthly gatherings, live coaching, and a network that pushes you forward.

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Dr. Cheryl Action Jackson
31M+
Meals Served
20+
Years Leading
7,600
Families Monthly
28K
Sq Ft Facility
Hear from Dr. Jackson
About Dr. Jackson

A powerhouse of faith, service & strategy

Dr. Cheryl Jackson is a powerhouse of faith, service, and strategy. Whether she's feeding families in crisis or consulting Fortune 500 leaders, she brings the same commitment to change lives, challenge systems, and champion purpose.

A powerful strategist, transformational leader, and high-frequency visionary with a passion for building communities one person at a time. She walks in divine authority with faith and favor leading the way. Dr. Jackson has over two decades of experience in advocacy, entrepreneurship, and leadership.

Her work has attracted the attention and support of Oprah Winfrey, Mark Cuban, Martha Stewart, Tyler Perry, and the Dallas Mavericks. She's shared her story on Good Morning America, The Ellen Show, CNN, The Food Network, The Steve Harvey Show, and more.

A proud wife of 39 years, mother to two incredible sons, and "GiGi" to eight one-of-a-kind grandkids. Her family is her first priority, and her faith is the foundation of every move she makes. She believes legacy is built one decision at a time — and she's here to empower the next generation of leaders to lead with courage, compassion, and conviction.

Credentials & Honors

  • United Nations Ambassador for Peace
  • Recognized by the United States Congress
  • Honored by Rihanna's Clara Lionel Foundation
  • Doctorate in Education & Leadership
  • Founder & CEO, Minnie's Food Pantry
  • #1 Amazon Bestselling Author
  • TEDx and Fortune 500 keynote speaker

Media Features

Oprah Winfrey Show Ellen DeGeneres Show Good Morning America CNN Forbes Steve Harvey Show Food Network Black Enterprise The Tom Joyner Show
TEDx Talk

Watch Dr. Jackson's TEDx Speech

See the story come alive. Dr. Jackson takes the TED stage to share how she turned a 500 sq ft room into a movement that has served over 31 million meals — and what that blueprint means for you.

The Numbers Don't Lie
31M+
Meals Served
17+
Years in Service
7,600
Families Per Month
UN
Ambassador for Peace
500→28K
Sq Ft Growth
As Featured In
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Good Morning America
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CNN
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Forbes
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Steve Harvey
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Food Network
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Black Enterprise
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Tom Joyner

Endorsed by the best in the world

From bestseller endorsements to standing ovations, Dr. Jackson's impact speaks for itself.

Dr. Jackson's story is a masterclass in identity leadership. She didn't wait for permission — she built something that matters from the ground up. Her foreword-worthy journey deserves every reader it gets.

SG
Stedman Graham
Author, Speaker & Identity Leadership Expert
Foreword Author

Dr. Jackson didn't just speak at our conference. She changed the trajectory of our entire team's thinking. Standing ovation doesn't even cover it. We had leaders crying, taking notes, and calling their boards the same day.

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Fortune 500 Event Director
National Leadership Conference
Keynote Client
UN Ambassador for Peace
Recognized by U.S. Congress
Rihanna Foundation Partner
#1 Amazon Bestselling Author
TEDx & Fortune 500 Speaker
Honored by Oprah, Mark Cuban & Tyler Perry
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The 5-Step
Nonprofit Growth
Checklist

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Anchor to a mission that demands action
2
Build a leadership team that multiplies you
3
Diversify funding before you need to
4
Measure what moves people, not just what looks good
5
Scale systems before you scale programs
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Speaking Engagements

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Whether it's a keynote, panel, workshop, or fireside chat, Dr. Jackson brings the kind of energy that doesn't just inspire, it activates.

Dr. Cheryl Jackson speaking on stage
500+
Events
Fortune 500
Corporate Stages
TEDx
Alumni Speaker
  • Leadership & Resilience
  • Social Entrepreneurship & Impact
  • Nonprofit Growth & Fundraising
  • Women in Leadership
  • Community Building at Scale
  • Faith, Purpose & Action
  • Corporate Social Responsibility

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Strategic Consulting

Consulting built for leaders who build

Dr. Jackson's consulting isn't theory. It's the playbook she used to build Minnie's Food Pantry from scratch into a nationally recognized organization. Choose the engagement that fits.

Dr. Cheryl Jackson — Strategic Leader
"Strategy without action is a daydream. Action without strategy is a nightmare. Dr. Jackson gives you both."

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$1,500
One-time, 90-minute deep dive
  • 90-minute 1-on-1 strategy call
  • Pre-session questionnaire
  • Custom action plan document
  • 30-day email follow-up
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Ongoing Advisory

$3,000/mo
Retained monthly advisory
  • 2 monthly strategy sessions
  • Unlimited email consulting
  • Quarterly impact reviews
  • Network introductions
  • Priority speaking requests
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