Meet Cindy Edwards

Cindy Edwards, Jacksonvile NC

Councilwoman with 25 Years of Business Experience

Cindy’s leadership and counsel have been trusted by over 750 organizations across 18 states during her 25 years in business.  She brings business sense and a growth mindset to her role on city council, helping to lead our city forward strategically and responsibly.

Making an Impact for our Future

During her tenure on city council, she has helped to hire a new city manager and made pay adjustments to retain qualified employees and reduce turnover loss. She also helped to move plans forward for a multipurpose sports and entertainment complex on 400 acres in the city. Additionally, she has helped to hire a new city attorney, and has worked with colleagues to approve changes to the city’s development code to begin reducing regulatory redundancies and complexities.  

Former Teacher, Military Spouse & Mom

As a former elementary school teacher and wife of a Marine veteran, Cindy understands work and commitment.  She believes in relentlessly defending our freedom and improving our community for future generations.

A Citizen Who Serves

Cindy’s service in Jacksonville and Onslow County includes multiple local boards, committees, and advisories. She’s built a reputation for integrity, inspiring consensus, and implementing positive change.  See LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS below.

Cindy and her husband, Greg, have called Jacksonville their home of choice since 1993.  Together they have two adult children.  She and Greg have been active members of River of Life Church in Jacksonville for 30 years.

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Accountability

Cindy has a record of ensuring accountability through establishing high standards and best practices where she serves.  She has worked with various entities and organizations to clear financial backlogs, ensure compliance, and build credibility moving forward.   

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Advocacy

Cindy has represented our city and it’s hosted military installations at local, state and federal levels, discussing security, innovation, mutual support, and quality of life issues for veterans, service members, and families. She’s attended State (NC) and National Defense Communities Summits. 

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Fighting for Freedom

Cindy helped establish a community advisory to support a regional anti-human trafficking organization and created an awareness campaign for the group that won an award from the League of Municipalities.  She was recognized as a “Woman Changing the World” by the group.

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Community Programs

Cindy assisted in the formation of an arts program to support veterans and families dealing with TBI, PTSD, or related issues in partnership with state and federal arts organizations and the Intrepid Center.  It received accolades from Washington, DC and was used as a model for other communities.

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Cultural Engagement

Cindy has worked consistently with diverse groups to foster mutual respect, find common ground, and make progress together.  She encourages the development of cultural arts and increased cultural engagement in our community. 

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Active in Service

Cindy rolls up her sleeves and serves.Whether tying yellow ribbons, sharing skills, or serving up lunch, she’s there. She has partnered with individuals, community leaders, officials, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and cultural groups to make a difference for others in our city.

Leadership Experience

Cindy’s leadership and service include building teams, promoting collaboration, and facilitating community and cultural engagement.  She values diversity in collaborative efforts and works to include voices from various ages, heritages, communities and experiences. Her ability to build a sense of community and purpose has been instrumental in her local leadership efforts.  Cindy is proud to continue to serve alongside others in Jacksonville and Onslow County.

  • Councilwoman for the City of Jacksonville

  • Executive Board Member for Eastern Carolina Council of Governments

  • Division 1 & 2 Director for Women in Municipal Government

  • Transportation Advisory Committee Member

  • Military Affairs Committee (MAC) Member

  • 25 Years in Small Business

  • 10 Years as Teacher in Regular and Special Education Settings

  • Jacksonville-Onslow Civic Affairs Member

  • Past Member, Onslow Board of Adjustment

  • Past Chair, Board of Directors, Chamber of Commerce

  • Past Chair, Board of Directors, Jacksonville-Onslow Council for the Arts

  • Chamber Business Diversity Council & Steering Committee

  • Past Division Chairwoman, Governmental Affairs Committee

  • Past Chairman, Small Business Committee

  • Past Committee Chair, Onslow Republican Women’s Club

  • 2018 Jacksonville-Onslow Woman of the Year

  • 2016 Woman Changing the World Award Recipient

Business Diversity CouncilBusiness Diversity Council.  Photo: Chamber of Commerce

Governmental Affairs CommitteeGovernmental Affairs Committee.  Photo: Chamber of Commerce

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