Teddy Martin serves as GENEDGE’s Chief People Officer, leading the organization’s human capital strategy and its growing advocacy efforts. Based at GENEDGE headquarters in Martinsville, Teddy oversees talent development, workforce planning, compliance, and organizational culture, while also supporting external engagement that strengthens GENEDGE’s voice on issues impacting Virginia’s manufacturing community.
In this role, Teddy provides coaching and advisory support to employees, leaders, and trusted third-party associates, fostering a workplace focused on growth, accountability, and continuous improvement. He ensures GENEDGE’s HR processes align with Commonwealth of Virginia, federal, and local requirements and manages the delivery of essential and optional training programs that elevate organizational capability.
Teddy brings more than seven years of progressive human resources experience. His career began at The Results Companies in Martinsville, where he advanced from Assistant Recruiter to Associate Recruiter. He later joined AmeriStaff Employment & Staffing Solutions, overseeing recruiting operations for seven regional offices. Teddy continued his career at Patrick & Henry Community College, serving in roles ranging from HR Benefits Specialist and Business Office Specialist to HR Generalist. His work there contributed meaningfully to the college’s growth and helped strengthen its partnership with GENEDGE.
Teddy is also deeply committed to public education. He has served more than five years on the Henry County School Board and currently serves as President of the Virginia School Boards Association.
He holds a Master of Science in Management and Leadership from Western Governors University, a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies in Elementary Education (PK-6) from Old Dominion University, and an Associate of Arts and Sciences in Business Administration from Patrick & Henry Community College.
Physical address: GENEDGE, 191 Fayette Street, Martinsville, VA 24112
Mailing address: GENEDGE, PO Box 5423, Martinsville, VA 24115