Leslie Cervantes

Latina Coach Empowering Career Growth

Title: Founder & Career Empowerment Coach 

Organization:  Leslie Cervantes Coaching & Consulting

Age: 36

Leslie Cervantes, Career Empowerment Coach and Founder of her coaching and consulting business, is passionate about empowering others to thrive in their careers and lives, especially Latina women and the Latino community. Her journey from a successful government career to entrepreneurship, authorship, public speaking, and corporate training in Silicon Valley was fueled by a strong desire to break barriers and create new pathways to leadership for others seeking to rise.

Her leadership impact shines through not only in her work on the Leadership Mountain View Advisory Board but also in her unwavering commitment as a champion for mentorship, particularly for first-generation Latino high school and college students. By applying science-based techniques, she consistently helps others achieve lasting and meaningful transformation in both their professional and personal lives.

As a co-author of Brave Women Stand, she inspires women across different walks of life to amplify their voice and courageously step into leadership roles. Her signature program, From Stuck to Unstoppable, has proven to be a powerful catalyst in unlocking women’s leadership potential, often leading them toward greater fulfillment and joy in their careers.

With a Bachelor’s of Science in Sociology, she brings a unique, socially-informed perspective to career development and leadership coaching. She remains deeply dedicated to empowering leaders in Silicon Valley, aligning seamlessly with the spirit of Latinos 40 Under 40. Moreover, her continued involvement in community initiatives underscores her commitment to building collective strength. Leslie’s work uplifts leaders, advancing both personal growth and the broader prosperity of the Latino community.