Jarveal Baker is a distinguished alum of the Sybil C. Mobley School of Business & Industry at Florida A&M University, where his academic journey culminated in both a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and a Master's in Business Administration. With a rich background spanning 7 years in consultancy, Jarveal honed his expertise at top-tier firms such as Deloitte and Ernst & Young (EY), where he played a pivotal role in implementing transformative learning & development (L&D) initiatives.

His commitment to unleashing human and organizational potential began over 18 years ago and was further solidified with his certification as a Professional Life Coach from the esteemed Life Coach Institute of Orange County in 2016. Transitioning from consultancy to entrepreneurship, Jarveal founded The Upgrade University, an online L&D firm aimed at empowering businesses to optimize their workforce potential. Notably, his collaboration with the United Way bolstered their Business Pathways Program, elevating its L&D strategy to new heights.

Jarveal's impact extends beyond corporate realms; his tenure in higher education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill saw him spearheading coaching and professional development initiatives for Honor students as well as leading the university wide implementation of PeopleGrove, earning him accolades such as the UNC Employee Forum's 2020 Professional Excellence Award. In his most recent role at Kotter International, Jarveal steered change leadership consultancy and coaching efforts while overseeing the comprehensive L&D program delivery for the Kotter Change Certification Program and associated training courses.

Fueled by his passion for continuous learning and fostering growth, Jarveal seamlessly navigates between consultancy, change management, L&D, and inspiring others to reach their full potential through coaching. Whether guiding individuals or organizations through transformative change or advocating for global exploration, Jarveal's unwavering dedication to helping others thrive is evident in every endeavor he undertakes.