Leslie Guy

Development Officer

Leslie Barner Guy joined NYF’s U.S. team in December 2023 as Development Officer to support donor outreach campaigns and operations. 

Entrepreneurial by nature, Leslie previously founded and ran a successful international media and marketing business that allowed her to travel the world and meet people from different cultures. In addition to running her company for over fifteen years, she also held senior business development and sales roles for leading international media, technology and government organizations, including most recently, for the economic development agency of Northern Ireland.

A California native, Leslie grew up in San Diego and graduated from University of California, Berkeley with a BA in Economics. 

Leslie is passionate about child welfare and development. Having previously fundraised and volunteered her time on behalf of NYF, she is excited to now be part of its team, working for causes so near and dear to her heart.