Jotaka Eaddy

Jotaka L. Eaddy is a dedicated and seasoned strategist with more than 20 years of experience in policy, organizing, and movement building.

Eaddy is a leading voice in social impact tech and pivotal force in connecting Silicon Valley and Washington DC.

Eaddy currently serves as Vice President of Policy; Strategic Engagement, and Impact for LendUp, a Silicon Valley based, mission driven financial technology company.

Eaddy has led major initiatives aimed at bridging the gap between Washington DC and Silicon Valley, including fostering major partnerships between Silicon Valley based companies and the government/ nonprofit sector at the federal, state, and local level. These partnerships have resulted in education and social impact initiatives that have reached more than 2 million consumers served by the tech industry.

Eaddy is the receipt of several honors and awards including: SF Bay Area Most Influential Women in Business, 40 under 40 Silicon Valley Tech Diversity, Rainbow Push Outstanding Public Service Award, Root 100 Most influential African Americans, Essence Magazine Woman to Watch, My Carolina Association Outstanding Black Alumni, Midwest Academy Heather Award, Empower Magazine Political Rising Star, University of South Carolina College of Arts and Sciences Distinguished Young Alumni, among others.

Eaddy's work has been highlighted in several publications including: Forbes Magazine, TechCrunch, Inc., Wall Street Journal, Essence Magazine, Fortune Magazine and more.