Dr. Valentina Leonett is a dentist, entrepreneur, and storyteller who has turned rejection into her greatest teacher. Born and raised in Caracas, Venezuela, she moved to the United States chasing a dream that often felt just out of reach. As an international student, Valentina faced countless obstacles, from limited opportunities to cultural barriers and financial constraints, but she refused to let those define her. Every “no” became an opportunity to grow stronger, more focused, and more determined to create the life she envisioned.

Today, Valentina is the founder and CEO of New Tempo Family Dental, where she leads a thriving practice rooted in compassion, confidence, and connection. Her journey didn’t stop at dentistry—it evolved into a calling to help others see what’s possible when they stop fearing rejection and start embracing it as redirection. Her story, marked by courage, vision, and reinvention, inspires audiences to understand that uncertainty isn’t a setback; it’s a sign of growth in motion.

On stage, Valentina blends storytelling and authenticity to empower women and young professionals to define success on their own terms. She shares her journey from ten dental school rejections to graduating at the top of her class, being named a Top Dentist in the Valley by Phoenix Magazine, and building two seven-figure dental practices before the age of 30, all while navigating the joys and challenges of motherhood. Through her relatable and heartfelt approach, Valentina reminds others that neither age, gender, nor title determines potential. Instead, it’s our willingness to take bold steps and trust the process that leads to real transformation.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Valentina is fueled by family, joy, and connection. She finds peace in watching sunsets, loves to travel and dance, and cherishes every moment spent with her husband and daughter. These personal joys ground her, giving depth to the message she shares on stage: that fulfillment isn’t found in perfection, but in embracing the journey, rejections and all.

For Valentina, dentistry became more than a profession, it became a reflection of her purpose. It taught her how to rebuild confidence one smile at a time and to see potential in every challenge. Whether in her dental chair or behind the microphone, her message remains the same: when the world says no, that’s your cue to say, “watch me.”