Leslie Beasley

Leslie Beasley has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Most recently, they are an Executive Board Member at Fast Company Executive Board, a professional organization that fosters innovation and growth in startups and established companies. Prior to that, Leslie served as the Chief Executive Officer at Miracle Foundation, an international nonprofit organization focused on supporting orphans and vulnerable children. Leslie also held the role of Board of Directors & Board Sponsor for Global Initiative at Miracle Foundation. Earlier in their career, Leslie was a Board of Directors Member at Work for Life USA, a non-profit organization that trains African entrepreneurs to start businesses and eliminate poverty. Leslie also served as the CEO at Open Arms, a social enterprise that empowers refugee survivors through employment. Leslie's work experience also includes roles such as Deputy Director at Texas Trial Lawyers Association, where they managed staff, budget, and membership programs, and Director of Strategic Accounts at Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau, where they represented the city of Houston and played a key role in recruiting major conventions.

Leslie Beasley holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree in Marketing from Mississippi State University. Additionally, they have pursued further education and obtained a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree with a focus on Business Administration and Management, General, from the same university. In May 2022, Leslie also completed a certification course titled "Corporate Governance: Maximize Your Effectiveness in the Boardroom" from Wharton Executive Education.