Gerald Youngblood

Gerald Youngblood is a visionary leader in technology and digital entertainment, with a career spanning roles at Lenovo, AMD, and his innovative venture, Tankee. As the General Manager of Lenovo North America’s multi-billion-dollar Small and Medium Business Segment, Gerald drives Lenovo’s offerings—from PCs to data center infrastructure—to support small businesses across the U.S. and Canada. Previously, he served as Lenovo North America’s Chief Marketing Officer, where he elevated the brand’s visibility and reputation, earning accolades like CMO of the Year at the NMSDC Equity Honors Awards and a 2023 Executive Fellow designation from The Marketing Academy. He serves on the NMSDC Board of Directors and is a FVLCRUM Institute Fellow. Gerald’s community-focused initiatives, like Lenovo Evolve Small, have provided millions in grants and tech donations to minority and women-owned businesses, supported by partnerships with Queen Latifah, the Carolina Panthers, and the Dallas Cowboys. In 2017, Gerald co-founded Tankee, a media platform that streams safe, engaging content for kids. Google recognized Tankee as a Google Black Founders Fund winner, and Tankee won the 2019 Kidscreen Award for Best Streaming Platform for Kids. Earlier, as Senior Director of WW Marketing at AMD, Gerald launched the high-impact Ryzen brand, redefining AMD’s position in the market. His leadership combines technical vision, inclusivity, and a commitment to positive change.