January 17, 2025 • 45 mins
Anthony Edwards Jr. is a U.S. Army veteran, tech expert, and visionary entrepreneur dedicated to uplifting communities. After serving as an Avionics Systems Repairer during Operation Iraqi Freedom 06/07, Anthony transitioned to civilian life, earning a Bachelor’s in Computer Science from Fordham University and excelling as a full-stack developer.
Driven by his family's entrepreneurial legacy, Anthony co-founded EatOkra, a pioneering platform supporting Black-owned restaurants nationwide. Under his leadership, EatOkra has become a nationally recognized app, receiving prestigious awards such as the Apple App Store Developer Award and the Google for Startups Black Founders Fund.
Anthony’s journey from soldier to tech innovator exemplifies resilience, purpose, and community impact, making him a powerful advocate for entrepreneurship and empowerment beyond the uniform.
Website: https://www.eatokra.com
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-edwards-jr-b9084612/
Driven by his family's entrepreneurial legacy, Anthony co-founded EatOkra, a pioneering platform supporting Black-owned restaurants nationwide. Under his leadership, EatOkra has become a nationally recognized app, receiving prestigious awards such as the Apple App Store Developer Award and the Google for Startups Black Founders Fund.
Anthony’s journey from soldier to tech innovator exemplifies resilience, purpose, and community impact, making him a powerful advocate for entrepreneurship and empowerment beyond the uniform.
Website: https://www.eatokra.com
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-edwards-jr-b9084612/
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