Men To Watch 2024 honoree Adam Edwards

Adam Edwards has seamlessly woven his passion for business and football with a heartfelt commitment to healthcare advocacy. Hailing from the heart of Oklahoma, Adam's journey is marked by a fusion of talents and an unwavering spirit. A former Dallas Cowboys (2000-2002) NFL football player turned entrepreneur, Adam's foray into business started at Oklahoma State University, where he graduated with a B.S. in University Studies and a Business Management Minor. Looking to sharpen his subject matter expertise as a healthcare executive, Adam recently earned his master's in business administration (with a 4.0 GPA) in Healthcare from Southern Nazarene University. Over the years, he steadily climbed the corporate ladder of Fortune 100 companies while nurturing an entrepreneurial spirit that eventually led to successful ventures, including award-winning stents in franchise ownership and an independent international mergers and acquisition brokerage firm. Adam's collaboration with Shark Tank's Daymond John on the "Venture Draft" is a testament to his innovative approach to business, merging tech, athletics, and venture capital.

Adam's impact transcends the boardroom, as evidenced by his appointment as the National Ambassador of the "Passion for Healing" Medical Mission program in Nairobi, Kenya. This role underscored his unwavering commitment to global healthcare improvement. His selection as a Susan G. Komen Foundation "Pink Tie Guy" and involvement with the Oklahoma AIDS Care Fund further highlight his dedication to social causes, raising awareness for breast cancer prevention, early detection, and supporting education about HIV and AIDS. Adam currently serves as a sworn Mayoral trustee appointee for Oklahoma City's economic development. 

Adam's journey is a testament to resilience, resourcefulness, service before self, and the value of education. As he continues his journey towards black excellence in all endeavors, he carries the lessons learned, the relationships formed, and the promise of a bright future for his family. He credits his stability and focus to his amazing wife, his amazing daughters and their Furr-babies. His legacy is not just one of academic, professional, and nonprofit accomplishments but of a profound commitment to improving lives, communities, and industries. Adam's passion, purpose, and perseverance have left a lasting impact on the healthcare and social causes he champions.