Illinois e-News Release

Tamakia Edwards will serve as a Member of the Capital Development Board.* Edwards currently works as the Chief Strategy Officer at Comprehensive Construction Consulting Inc. Edwards is a seasoned strategist, operations leader, and change agent with a history of leading organizations through transformation initiatives of varying size and scope. Previously, Edwards served as Chief of Staff of the Illinois Capital Development Board. During her time at CDB, she set the tone, direction, and clear vision for the organization’s growth and partnered with the board and staff to optimize day-to-day operations and deliver against key business objectives. With a value-add mindset and eye towards the future, Edwards continually distinguishes herself as a growth driver, value creator, and successful business partner to her leadership teams. Edwards is active in her community as evidenced by her service to the Indian Boundary YMCA and volunteer role as a job coach with the People’s Resource Center. She is also a former Hinsdale District 86 school board member, where she served on the Cultural Equity and Leadership Team and Special Facilities Committee. Edwards received a Master of Business Administration from Northwestern University and a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering from Illinois Institute of Technology.