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U M Y O N e t w o r k
In 1997, Gregory entered the tech
world by creating a live-streaming
platform for weekly talent shows—
long before the ubiquity of home
computers and mobile apps. His
path evolved through Oncor
Telecommunications, where he
quickly rose from a service
representative to project manager.
Under his leadership, Gregory
optimized business processes,
pioneered sales strategies, and
equipped employees with the skills
needed to succeed, helping Oncor
establish a strong market presence.
Gregory Cherry A pivotal moment in Gregory’s life
came after 9/11, when Oncor moved
From Incarceration, to Father, to Developer, to Virginia and he chose to stay in
to Innovator, to Community Problem Solvers Dallas to focus on his family and
personal endeavors. It was during
An American innovator of African and Indian this time that he began developing
descent, has spent years overcoming step-by-step action plans to assist
adversity to build a legacy of community major brands, but quickly realized
empowerment. His journey, rooted in the difficulties of introducing new
resilience and a passion for problem-solving, ideas in a world where gatekeepers
has led him to create proprietary platforms often exploit fresh concepts for their
and concepts tailored for top brands. own benefit. Today, with his sons by
Gregory believes the key to community his side, Gregory is ready to unveil
empowerment lies in democracy and these groundbreaking ideas.
accountability.
