What I Speak About.
01
AI & THE
FUTURE OF HIRING
Artificial intelligence is changing how organizations attract, evaluate, and develop talent. Drawing on more than 15 years in talent acquisition and her experience building Ellyo, Leslie explores how businesses can adopt AI responsibly, improve hiring decisions, and balance technology with human judgment.
02
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Building a business requires more than a great idea. Drawing from her experience launching, growing, and navigating multiple ventures, Leslie shares the realities of entrepreneurship, from making difficult decisions and managing limited resources to recognizing when it's time to pivot and pursue a new direction.
03
LEADERSHIP
Leadership looks different when you're managing teams inside a large corporation versus building a company from the ground up. Leslie draws on both experiences to explore accountability, decision-making, developing people, and leading through uncertainty and organizational change.
04
CAREER REINVENTION
A career doesn't have to follow a straight line to be successful. From military service to corporate talent leadership and entrepreneurship, Leslie shares how to recognize transferable skills, navigate professional transitions, and approach new opportunities with confidence and intention.
Selected Engagements.
Insights In Action.
A look inside Leslie's SCORE Chicago workshop on building the management and operations section of a business plan, with practical guidance for small business owners.
