Edward is a native of Lincolnton, North Carolina and has worked tirelessly with youth and adults for the past twenty years throughout the country. His efforts have afforded him the ability to work with The Boys & Girls Club of America, Communities In Schools, National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy, American Red Cross, NAACP, and The United Way. Mr. Surratt is a certified Empowerment Coach and is the founder and CEO of Edward L. Enterprises, Inc.