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From coaching A-listers and billionaires to guiding government leaders and PhDs, Leslie Juvin-Acker has built a powerhouse career helping people turn chaos into success. Armed with a degree in International Affairs, a J.D., a knack for Emotional Intelligence, and a flair for humor, Leslie tackles life's toughest challenges with a blend of wisdom, wit, and no-nonsense advice. Whether it’s navigating high-stakes business or achieving wild dreams, she's the go-to advisor for anyone ready to conquer their own personal and professional mountains.
Leslie Juvin-Acker: Wisdom, Wit, and Real-World Guidance – Building a Brand and Career as a Trusted Life & Career Advisor
Building a Global Coaching Brand
Leslie Juvin-Acker began her journey as a life and career coach in 2008, founding a practice that has since attracted an impressive roster of clients, including celebrities, billionaires, and executives from globally renowned companies like Meta/Facebook, Twitter, Adidas, and Microsoft. Her coaching expertise spans diverse industries—entertainment, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage—where she has guided professionals such as actors, writers, scientists, and doctors. Leslie’s ability to connect with individuals from all walks of life and help them achieve their goals has solidified her reputation as a sought-after coach for high achievers.
A Leader in Global Business and Education
With extensive knowledge in global business and investing, Leslie has shared her expertise as a lecturer at INSEEC Business School in Chambery, France, teaching international trade students. She has also provided career guidance to PhD candidates at prestigious universities and has worked with top lawyers and government leaders, coaching individuals in some of the most influential positions worldwide. Her unique perspective and deep understanding of international affairs make her an invaluable resource for clients navigating complex professional landscapes.
Academic Foundation and Multilingual Proficiency
Leslie holds a degree in International Affairs and Comparative Politics from the University of North Florida, with a minor in Sociology. She has a J.D. from Northwestern California University School of Law. Fluent in French, she is a certified Global Career Development Facilitator and an expert in Emotional Intelligence (EQ). Her contributions to the field include four books on EQ and career development, as well as two non-fiction novels, reflecting her commitment to empowering others through her writing and professional insights.
Guiding Through Life’s Toughest Challenges
Known for her compassion and intuition, Leslie is a trusted guide for individuals facing the most challenging periods of their lives. Whether helping clients navigate personal crises or achieve their most ambitious dreams, she offers a unique blend of psychological insight and practical support. People seek Leslie’s guidance not only for her professional expertise but also for her ability to inspire and lead them through transformative journeys toward personal and professional fulfillment.
Education
Leslie Juvin-Acker didn’t just get her law degree—she tackled it while raising kids, coaching billionaires, and remodeling her house. Talk about schooling life!
2019-2024
Juris Doctorate
Northwestern California University School of Law
2023
Sustainable Capitalism & ESG
U.C. Berkeley Law
Incorporation of environmental, social, and governance considerations into business and investment strategy.
2022
Corporate Governance
Cornell Law
Recognizing and mitigating legal issues. Understanding fiduciary duties required in effective and profitable corporate governance.
2022
Sustainable Investing
Harvard Business School
ESG Factors in investment decisions, sustainable investing landscape, implementation of ESG metrics in investment strategy, and apply frameworks to measure and monitor sustainable investment opportunities.
2016
Integrative Hypnotherapy
Motivational Institute of Hypnotherapy
Four 60-hour segments of study and practice which include theory and clinical applications of the latest advancements in hypnosis, including Cognitive Behavioral Hypnotherapy, Ericksonian Hypnosis, Energy Psychology, and Therapeutic Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP).
2014
Global Career Development Facilitator
Center for Credentialing Global
Career Development Facilitators (GCDFs) help people meet career goals by providing career facilitation and guidance. GCDFs work alongside professionals with more extensive training in government employment agencies, schools, universities, corporate human resources departments, private consultancy firms, and many other settings.
2003-2007 International Studies
University of North Florida
Interdisciplinary approach to understanding economic, environmental, cultural, political and technological forces that shape today's world.
Concentration: International Affairs & Comparative Politics
Minor Concentrations: Sociology & French
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