Founder's Story: From the Bronx to the Boardroom, Figuring It Out Part 3

The full picture of who Julie Riga is today — and the woman behind the Bronx-to-boardroom story. Certified business coach, keynote speaker, and founder based in West Palm Beach, FL. Julie works with entrepreneurs and corporate teams to unlock authentic leadership, elevate performance, and build careers with intention. Book a coaching session, speaking engagement, or virtual training directly through her site.

The book that sits at the heart of Julie Riga's founder story. Written by Julie to honor her father Ennio Riga — a world-renowned chef who passed in 2016 — this memoir traces his extraordinary life and the values he passed down: discipline, purpose, and the courage to stay on course. A deeply personal read that illuminates the family roots behind Julie's Bronx-to-boardroom journey and her philosophy as a leader and coach.

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You have been figuring it out long enough. Julie's 1:1 coaching packages are designed for leaders and entrepreneurs who are ready to stop improvising and start building with intention. If the Bronx-to-boardroom journey resonated, this is where your own journey gets a strategic partner.