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Dr. Sher Downing is a strategic advisor who transforms complexity into actionable results for three distinct audiences: EdTech companies navigating the education market, institutional leaders driving digital transformation, and entrepreneurs balancing business growth with family caregiving.

As CEO and founder of Downing EdTech Consulting, Sher brings over 30 years of experience including C-suite roles at R1 research institutions to help EdTech vendors decode university and K-12 procurement processes, position their solutions effectively, and build lasting partnerships with educational institutions. Her insider perspective—having sat on the other side of the table evaluating hundreds of vendor proposals—gives clients the strategic edge needed to move from pilot programs to institution-wide adoption.

For higher education and K-12 leaders, Sher provides strategic guidance on technology selection, digital transformation planning, and building sustainable learning ecosystems that deliver measurable ROI. Her expertise spans online learning development, strategic partnership evaluation, and leading institutional change without burning out teams.

Through The Entrepreneur Sandwich™, her newest venture, Sher empowers service-based entrepreneurs managing family caregiving responsibilities to scale their businesses sustainably without sacrificing either role. Her book, Navigating The Entrepreneur Sandwich™: Essential Strategies for Balancing Business Demands and Family Caregiving Responsibilities, publishes in February 2026.

An award-winning thought leader recognized as an EdTech Trendsetter Finalist and named among Arizona's Top 50 Women Leaders, Sher hosts the Forward Thinking Experts podcast and delivers keynotes that turn strategic complexity into clear, confident action.