Lissa Leon began her career as a successful fashion model in Milan, Paris, Rome, Barcelona, and Monaco. She walked the runway for Dolce & Gabbana, Versace, Diesel, Levi's, Onyx Jeans, and Mila Shon, and has appeared in numerous magazines worldwide. After graduating with a dual Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Nutrition, Lissa pursued her passion for holistic health and spiritual healing. She holds a Masters degree in Positive Psychology from the esteemed Yogananda Institute and is Board Certified in Holistic Health through The American Association of Drugless Practitioners (AADP). Additionally, Lissa is an Usui Reiki Master Teacher and respected wellness coach who speaks five languages and completed the Path to Kriya Yoga and Self-Realization through Ananda Sangha. She studied the legendary teachings of Swami Kriyananda and ascended master guru Paramahansa Yogananda for more than a decade; determined to share their knowledge to elevate humanity and raise global consciousness. Lissa is the best-selling author of "Awaken the Soul: A Guide to Ignite the Goddess Within" and the clinical nutrition book, "Beauty Foods," which has helped countless women redefine their view on what they eat and why. She has also published several children's books on spirituality and written articles and creative guides on meditation, leadership, and mindfulness.

As an entrepreneur, Lissa launched a collection of luxury vegan cosmetics, a sustainable fashion brand, and was the founding Editor-in-Chief of Ecostyle Magazine in 2009; the first digital green fashion publication on the planet. A world traveler, surfer, artist, and scuba diver, she currently divides her time between Miami and New York.