Elena Cardone
Elena Cardone (née Elena Lyons; born June 27, 1973) is an American businesswoman, author, speaker, and former actress. She is known for her work in empowering women through entrepreneurship and personal development, as well as for her marriage to entrepreneur Grant Cardone.
Early Life and Acting Career
Born in Madrid, Spain, Elena moved to the United States during her youth and was raised in New Orleans, Louisiana. After high school, she relocated to Los Angeles to pursue a career in acting. Under the name Elena Lyons, she appeared in various television shows and films, including a notable role as Lauren Fontaine in the 1990s sitcom USA High. Her acting credits also include appearances in NCIS, Club Dread, and Dirty Love .
Transition to Entrepreneurship
Following her acting career, Elena transitioned into entrepreneurship and personal development. She authored the best-selling book Build an Empire: How to Have it All, which provides guidance on building successful businesses and relationships . Elena is also the host of The Elena Cardone Show and co-hosts The G&E Show with her husband, where they discuss topics related to business and personal growth.
Business Ventures and Philanthropy
Elena is a licensed realtor with eXp Realty and has built a substantial real estate organization. Alongside her husband, she co-founded the Grant Cardone Foundation, which aims to provide financial literacy and mentorship to underserved youth . She also leads the Empire Elite Academy, offering masterminds focused on mindset, finance, relationships, and health.
Personal Life
Elena married Grant Cardone on July 4, 2004. The couple has two daughters, Sabrina (born 2009) and Scarlett (born 2011), and resides in Miami Beach, Florida . Elena is also known for her skills as a competitive sport shooter and has been ranked among the top female shooters in California .
External Links
- Official Website
- Elena Cardone on Instagram
- Elena Lyons on IMDb