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Les Woods Leslie David Woods, Jnr. (born September 5th, 1967) is a Canadian business magnate, visionary entrepreneur, and boxing promoter. He is the President and CEO of The Certified Group of Companies, as well as founder and President of Global Legacy Boxing. Wood’s continued vision, foresight, and charismatic manner, have made him the accomplished and respected executive he is.

In 1972, the Woods family, possessing generations of boxing heritage, moved to Port Credit, Ontario, Canada, from Clydebank, Scotland. At age 11, Leslie (Les) Junior witnessed his first World Title fight, alongside his grandfather Harry Woods, Chief Inspector of The British Boxing Board of Control, at Ibrox Stadium, Glasgow. This was a turning point for Les, leaving a marked impression on him. “The sweet science” ignited a passion in Les. Woods was later introduced to the most elegant part of the sport while attending the St. Andrew’s Sporting Club in Glasgow. He viewed boxing as a gentleman’s sport, exuding class and elegance.

Les’ grandfather envisioned bringing world-class boxing shows to Toronto, emanating the elegance of Scotland’s St. Andrew’s Sporting Club, but it was not feasible at the time. In 2014, Les was inspired speaking with Olympic Medalist Chris Johnson and World Heavyweight Champion Lennox Lewis, to bring his grandfather’s dreams to fruition and continue his family’s legacy. His hard work, successes and innovations are the core foundation, making it possible to establish Global Legacy Boxing, allowing him to focus on the passion that has driven him for so many years.