Our team

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Founder & CEO | Virtual Automotive Dealer Sales Training | Appraisal Academy | Virtual Used Car Manager | White Label Corporate Onboarding

Automotive Events, Vendor, Experienced General Manager, Used Car Director and Marketing / Event Company Owner with a 30+ year Career in the Automotive Field. Ray Zoila is the visionary founder of Winning Learning Academy, driven by the belief that accessible, high-quality education has the power to transform lives. With a background spanning automotive sales, professional development, and entrepreneurship, Ray built WLA to bridge the gap between ambition and achievement — creating a platform where anyone can learn, grow, and win.

VP of Business Development | VP Marketing | EdTech & SaaS Growth Leader | Digital Transformation | Revenue Acceleration

Christy Lawrence Lesko leads Winning Learning Academy's growth strategy, forging partnerships and opening new pathways for learners and organizations alike. With a sharp instinct for opportunity and a passion for meaningful collaboration, Christy drives the relationships and initiatives that expand WLA's reach and impact across industries.

Learning Director | Online Course Administration | Learner Management | Content Management

Mimi Zoila serves as Learning Director at Winning Learning Academy, where she is responsible for administering online courses, managing learners, and overseeing all content management. A 2023 graduate of UC Davis with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Child Development, Mimi brings a strong academic foundation to her work in education and learner success. In addition to her role at WLA, Mimi serves as a Director at Ross Cottage School in Kent, California.