Monica McCoy

Monica McCoy is a highly sought-after global speaker, executive coach, business strategist, and founder of Monica Motivates.

Monica founded Monica Motivates after years of witnessing untapped potential in other women and underrepresented people. Recognizing that gender and race play significant roles in determining business outcomes for owners and founders, McCoy works to remove barriers like lack of education, other resources, and access to capital that hinder this group. McCoy’s organization aims to close the opportunity gap by offering education and consulting services to women and underrepresented entrepreneurs, providing the tools and knowledge they need to grow and scale their businesses.

As the former Acting Global Director of Strategy and Innovation for The Coca-Cola Company’s McDonald’s Division, Monica brings fifteen years of experience to her work.

Monica’s global recognitions include the prestigious “Iconic Women Creating a Better World for All” Award at the Women’s Economic Forum. She also received the Start Up Atlanta Equity Champion, American Express Founder of Change, and was among the 2021 Porsche Driven Women.

Monica’s commitment to diversity is evident through organizing the Global Supplier Diversity Conference (GSDC). She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Emory University and serves on the Oxford College Alumni Board.