Elina Teboul

Elina Teboul is a leadership expert, executive coach, and author dedicated to reshaping business leadership through purpose, emotional intelligence, and conscious capitalism. She is the author of ‘Feminine Intelligence: Visionary Leaders Reshaping Business for good’, published by Wiley in March 2025, which explores the role of authenticity, compassion, and holistic leadership in driving business success.

She has also contributed to academic publications, including Disclosure of Beneficial Ownership of Synthetic Positions in Takeover Campaigns, published in the Columbia Business Law Review in 2009, and has written research papers on leadership, positive psychology, and coaching, such as Positive Psychology Coaching Model for the Legal Profession.

Elina is the Co-Founder and Principal at Elina Teboul Advisory, a leadership consultancy where she coaches executives, entrepreneurs, and high-impact investors. She specialises in integrating psychology, law, and social impact to help organisations cultivate cultures of well-being and performance. As a sought-after keynote speaker, she has spoken at global conferences, Fortune 500 companies, and institutions such as Fordham Law School, where she previously taught as an adjunct professor.

Before transitioning to leadership development, Elina was an investment management attorney at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP and served as legal counsel at Credit Suisse. She later pivoted to philanthropy, working as a global philanthropic adviser at the Allan & Gill Gray Foundation, where she led strategic investments and social impact initiatives. She currently serves on the Advisory Board of the Earth Law Center, advocating for environmental stewardship.

Elina holds a J.D. from Columbia Law School, an M.A. in Psychology from Teachers College, Columbia University, and a B.A. (Hons) in Economics from New York University, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude. She is also a Columbia-Certified Executive Coach, an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) with the International Coaching Federation, and a licensed Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Practitioner.

Elina Teboul was born and raised in the United States. She pursued her undergraduate studies at New York University, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics. She then attended Columbia Law School, earning a Juris Doctor (J.D.) and receiving recognition as a Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar. Later, she completed a Master’s degree in Psychology at Teachers College, Columbia University, where she focused on positive psychology, organisational psychology, and mind-body practices. She also obtained executive coaching certification from Columbia University.

She began her career as an investment management attorney at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP, where she worked on complex financial and corporate matters. She advised private equity funds, hedge funds, and institutional clients on fund formation, regulation, and compliance. After five years at the firm, she joined Credit Suisse as a legal counsel in its Global Markets division, providing legal support for prime brokerage services and institutional financing.

After working in the legal and financial sector, she shifted her focus to leadership development, coaching, and philanthropy. She worked as a philanthropic and legal adviser at the Allan & Gill Gray Foundation, where she helped design and implement strategic philanthropic initiatives. During her time at the foundation, she was involved in the launch of global social impact programs and advised on funding strategies.

She later established Elina Teboul Advisory, a leadership consultancy where she advises executives, entrepreneurs, and investors. She specialises in integrating psychology, law, and social impact into leadership development. She has coached leaders across business, non-profit, and government sectors, helping them enhance their decision-making, communication, and organisational effectiveness. She was also an executive coach at The Preston Associates and worked as a guide at Chief, a private network supporting women executives.

She taught as an adjunct professor at Fordham Law School, where she designed and taught a course called "Positive Lawyering for Peak Performance." The course explored the intersection of psychology, leadership, and law, equipping law students with strategies for well-being and professional success. She has been a frequent guest lecturer at academic institutions, including Columbia Law School and the University of Pennsylvania.

She has also contributed to academic publications, including "Disclosure of Beneficial Ownership of Synthetic Positions in Takeover Campaigns", published in the Columbia Business Law Review in 2009. Additionally, she has written research papers and articles on leadership, positive psychology, and coaching in legal and business contexts. One of her significant works includes a paper titled "Positive Psychology Coaching Model for the Legal Profession," which introduces an executive coaching framework tailored for legal professionals.

She has served as an advisor to the Earth Law Center since December 2024, contributing to efforts in environmental stewardship and legal advocacy. She continues to work as a leadership coach and keynote speaker, delivering talks and workshops for organisations worldwide. Her work focuses on leadership, women’s empowerment, and the integration of business and psychology. She lives in London with her family.

Elina Teboul has authored Feminine Intelligence: Visionary Leaders Reshaping Business, published by Wiley in March 2025. This book explores leadership strategies that integrate emotional intelligence, purpose-driven approaches, and conscious capitalism. It includes insights from interviews with entrepreneurs, philanthropists, and business leaders, examining how leadership can evolve through personal growth and psychological understanding.

Elina Teboul’s vision is to transform leadership by integrating emotional intelligence, purpose, and conscious decision-making into business and professional environments. She believes leadership should go beyond profit-driven goals and focus on creating positive impact, fostering well-being, and empowering individuals. Through coaching, speaking, and writing, she helps executives and entrepreneurs develop a leadership approach that aligns with their values and promotes sustainable success. Her work bridges psychology, law, and business, offering practical tools for leaders to navigate challenges with clarity and confidence. She continues to advocate for conscious leadership, women’s empowerment, and social impact in global industries.

Elina Teboul has been recognised for her contributions to leadership, coaching, and business education. She was a Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar at Columbia Law School, an honour awarded for academic excellence. Her book, Feminine Intelligence: Visionary Leaders Reshaping Business, has been highly anticipated for its insights into conscious leadership. She has been invited to speak at major conferences and institutions, including Fordham Law School and Columbia University. As a leadership advisor, she has coached executives from top global organisations. She also serves on the Advisory Board of the Earth Law Center, contributing to environmental advocacy and leadership.