Personal Branding is not about creating a slick exterior ... it is about telling your story through projecting an authentic presence that connects to the quality and values you stand for.

At the heart of Authentic Leaders Edge is the founder and President Dorothy Lazovik. Since starting the firm in 2002, her focus as Chief Personal Brand Officer is working with leaders and organizations that are excited about embracing change and wanting to accomplish more.

As a former executive in the US retail industry with more than 20 years experience in fashion, sales and marketing, Dorothy works with CEO’s to Directors that span over 15 different industries and has developed personal brand solutions to provide the edge for leaders in presenting and marketing their personal best.

In 2008 and 2009 Dorothy was nominated for the RBC Canadian Woman Entrepreneur Award. She has once again received the honour of being nominated for 2010. Dorothy  provides mentoring to Savoir Faire Professionals in helping build effective Mastermind groups that support the career development of young female professionals.

In addition to her role as a brand specialist, coach, facilitator, guest speaker and mother, Dorothy's dedication goes beyond the professional community. She offers her time to several organizations though is actively committed to working with women that have experienced violence. Dorothy helps them to reclaim who they really are. Her process empowers them by providing the right tools to create a positive influence on their life, their children and their future.