About the Institute

We are dedicated to bringing more real confidence to the world.

Brain science is the basis for what we teach β€” and how.

Our Story

Turning crisis into confidence.

ACI was the happy ending of Alyssa Dver's experience dealing with her son's neurological condition, Dystonia. Seeking cross-disciplinary solutions, Alyssa not only found ways to help her son β€” she discovered the science and secrets that enable anyone to have real confidence.

Since 2015, American Confidence Institute has offered ICF and SHRM accredited eclasses, live-led workshops, facilitated team programs and coaching certification programs.

Our Clients β†’
Recognized as THE confidence experts, the ACI team has trained over 350,000 individuals and certified 400+ coaches from around the world.
350K+
Individuals trained
400+
Certified coaches
2015
Founded
Alyssa Dver
Meet the CEO

Alyssa Dver

Confidence Crusader. Neuro Nerd. Success Equalizer.
  • Founder & Chair, ERG Leadership Alliance
  • 8-time author and 2-time TEDx speaker
  • Trained/coached 350,000+ individuals
  • Real Confidence podcast host
  • IT Cosmetics Confidence Educator & L'OrΓ©al spokesperson
  • Stevie Award for Thought Leadership
  • Top 10 Pioneering Women Leaders in Business, 2024
  • Advisor to MIT & Wharton Innovation Centers
  • Former Chief Marketing Officer for tech & HR companies
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The people behind the science

Meet the ACI Team

Alyssa Dver

Alyssa Dver

Chief Confidence Officer
Dr. Wade McNair

Dr. Wade McNair

Organizational Psychologist
Dr. Jeanette Winters

Dr. Jeanette Winters

Chief Coaching Officer
Maureen Cidzik

Maureen Cidzik

Chief Marketing Officer
Kathryn Morrow-Norris

Kathryn Morrow-Norris

Director of Partnerships
Jan Paterson

Jan Paterson

PR & Media Relations
Christy Andrews

Christy Andrews

Events Manager
Mallory Rinker

Mallory Rinker

Social Media
Jody Kennett

Jody Kennett

Client Care & Confidence
Pam Micznik

Pam Micznik

Instructional Design
Elior Moscowitz

Elior Moscowitz

Research Analyst
Zak Weinstein

Zak Weinstein

Research Analyst