"I deliver strategic clarity and actionable frameworks—not just inspiration. Your audience leaves knowing exactly what to do next."

— Sher Downing

Whether on Stage or Online

Sher delivers powerful presentations that unlock entrepreneurial thinking, strategic operations, and the emotional intelligence needed to build lasting relationships with your stakeholders—available virtually or onsite.

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To secure Sher as a speaker for your next event, contact our team to discuss availability and schedule your presentation.

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Speakers Reel

EdTech Companies Entering or Scaling Within the Education Market

  • Insider Perspectives: What Universities Actually Want from EdTech Partners

  • Understanding the Real Decision-Makers in Educational Institutions

  • From Vendor to Trusted Advisor in the Education Market

Higher Education and K-12 Leaders Navigating Digital Transformation

  • Technology Selection Strategy When Vendors All Sound the Same

  • Building Learning Ecosystems That Drive Real ROI

  • Strategic Planning for Sustainable Digital Transformation

  • Evaluating EdTech Partners: Red Flags and Green Lights

Entrepreneurs Managing Dual Responsibilities of Business and Caregiving:

  • The Entrepreneur Sandwich™: Building Business While Balancing Caregiving

  • Systems That Support Both Business Growth and Family Responsibilities

  • Strategic Decision-Making Under the Pressure of Competing Priorities

  • From Guilt to Growth: Making Dual Responsibilities Your Competitive Edge

Award-winning Podcast Host

Since 2019, Sher has established herself as a thought leader in EdTech and its impact across industries beyond education. As a 2023 Finalist for the EdTech Leadership Awards, she was recognized for her work as host of the Forward Thinking Experts podcast, featuring interviews with industry experts available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major podcast platforms.

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Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, Arizona State University

Commencement & Convocation Speaker

Dr. Sher Downing has been a sought after speaker for a variety of academic and professional development programs.

As a Master of Legal Studies (MLS) graduate of the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at Arizona State University, a four-year public university, Sher was honored to serve as speaker for a spring graduation convocation.

Kaplan College

As commencement speaker at Kaplan College, a private career college, Sher addressed certificate and associate degree graduates about the future of healthcare and technology and the meaningful impact they can have on shaping tomorrow.

As a featured speaker for the graduates of the Edsales Elevation Program, a leading entrepreneurial development program, Sher was invited to share experiences and explore current trends shaping the entrepreneurial and EdTech startup landscape.

Edsales Elevation Program Virtual Commencement

International & National Conference Presenter

As an international and national presenter, Sher has been invited to deliver keynote presentations across the EdTech, business, and healthcare industries, sharing insights with diverse professional audiences.

Teaching & Training

With over three decades in academia, Sher has delivered extensive training programs spanning academic institutions, executive education, and corporate development for global institutions and businesses worldwide.