April Lewis is a dedicated advocate for enhancing the employee experience, fostering leadership development, and serving as the President and CEO of the A. Lewis Academy, Inc. April leverages her extensive training and leadership background to facilitate transformative change within individuals and organizations. Her mantra, “Human first, Employee second,” underscores
her commitment to prioritizing people’s well-being in all aspects of her work.

With a rich professional history spanning roles in human resources, operations, and training, April brings a unique blend of expertise to her endeavors. A combat Army veteran serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Bright Star in Egypt, she exemplifies resilience and adaptability.

April holds esteemed certifications as a Certified Executive Coach (International Coaching Federation Accredited), Certified D.I.S.C Facilitator (Personality Insights), Certified Health Coach (Institute of Integrated Health), and Certified Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) Practitioner (The Center for NLP), further validating her proficiency in driving personal and organizational growth.
Currently, April consults as the Director of the National Center for Workforce Development and Training in partnership with the Association of Clinicians for the Underserved, where she leads initiatives to empower healthcare professionals serving marginalized communities. She serves on the Board of Directors for Volunteers of America Florida. She is also an Advisory Board Member for Holistic Homes, joining the mission for housing first and personalized holistic healing for adults recovering from mental health conditions.

April’s accolades include being recognized as a Top 20 Under 40 honoree in South Carolina and a Top 40 Under 40 honoree in Florida. She is also pursuing her MBA with a concentration in HR Management at Everglades University. As a sought-after keynote speaker and consultant, April has collaborated with Fortune 100 companies ranging from healthcare to banking, offering invaluable insights into leadership and well-being enhancement. She recently served as the Interim Chief Operating Officer of a multi- site healthcare system based in Maryland.

Beyond her professional accolades, April remains deeply committed to promoting calmness, stress-free living, and happy workplaces. A best-selling author and lover of tacos, she embodies a harmonious approach to work and life.

April Lewis’s “Leadership and Wellbeing Energizer” moniker accurately captures her transformative impact on individuals and teams. Her unwavering dedication to prioritizing people is a key to effective leadership and organizational success. To go deeper into April’s transformative work and invite her into your organization, visit her website at www.aprillewis.com.