For Elena Iacono, the future isn’t just about wealth or material possessions—it’s about legacy, in the truest sense of the word. She envisions a world where people don’t just pass down money and assets but also the values, wisdom, and stories that define who they are. Through her company, LegacyNex, Elena is on a mission to help individuals capture the essence of their lives so that future generations can learn, grow, and feel connected to their roots.
“I’m trying to untap the ability for us to really think beyond material things. I want people to learn from the best of who we are, to preserve the values of those who shaped us, and to carry that forward with meaning and purpose.”
Her vision is clear: build an enduring connection between past, present, and future through storytelling, reflection, and intentional documentation.
Passion: The Personal Connection
Elena’s passion for this work is deeply personal. Having lost her father, she knows firsthand how fleeting time is and how easily the essence of a person can fade without a way to capture their wisdom and values.
“Losing my dad changed everything. His values were my guiding force, and suddenly, they felt distant. I’m working hard to remember the best of who he was so I can carry that with me—and I want to help others do the same.”
Her lived experience, coupled with her background in well-being, fuels her mission. She sees LegacyNex as more than just a business—it’s a movement to ensure that people’s most cherished values don’t disappear with time.
Action: Turning Vision into Reality
Elena took her vision and turned it into action by founding LegacyNex, a fully incorporated Canadian organization dedicated to documenting and preserving personal legacies. She works with clients to create meaningful records of their stories through written, audio, and video formats, ensuring that the wisdom of previous generations isn’t lost in the digital age.
“I’ve spoken with financial advisors, estate planners, and families who are recognizing that inheritance is more than just assets. LegacyNex helps people document the intangible aspects of life—their values, their lessons, their stories—so that they can be gifted forward as part of a holistic legacy.”
From working with grandparents who want to leave letters for their grandkids to professionals capturing leadership lessons, Elena has made it her mission to redefine what inheritance truly means.
Tenacity: The Hardest Moments & Lessons Learned
Building a business focused on legacy and values isn’t easy—especially in a society that often shies away from conversations about mortality. Elena has faced challenges, from skeptics who question the importance of intangible inheritance to the emotional weight of working with clients dealing with grief.
“There are days where I’m drained, where the emotional depth of these conversations weighs on me. But I remind myself why I started—because everyone deserves to be remembered, and their values deserve to live on.”
She acknowledges the emotional toll of this work but remains steadfast in her mission, fueled by the understanding that what she’s building will have a lasting impact.
Humility: Lessons from the Journey
Through her work, Elena has gained profound insights into what truly matters. It’s not wealth, titles, or possessions—it’s the everyday wisdom, values, and experiences that shape who we are.
“I used to think role models had to be big senior leaders or famous figures. But I’ve come to see that the greatest role models are all around us—in our families, our mentors, our communities. We just have to take the time to listen and learn.”
This realization has kept her grounded. She understands that her role isn’t about being the center of the story—it’s about helping others share theirs.
Impact: A Call to Action
Elena’s work is already making a difference in people’s lives. From grandparents recording messages for future generations to leaders documenting their guiding principles, LegacyNex is proving that legacy is about more than just financial wealth—it’s about passing on the best of who we are.
“If you take one thing away from this, let it be this: don’t wait. Don’t wait until it’s too late to capture your stories, to document your values, to pass down your wisdom. Everyone has something to share. Everyone has something worth remembering.”
As LegacyNex grows, so does its impact. By helping people embrace storytelling as a core part of inheritance planning, Elena is shaping a world where stories, wisdom, and values become the true wealth we leave behind.
Join the Movement
Legacy Next is redefining what it means to leave a lasting impact. If you’re interested in documenting your values, preserving your stories, or learning more about how to create a meaningful legacy, visit www.legacynext.com or follow Elena on LinkedIn and Instagram.
Because in the end, it’s not just about what we leave behind—it’s about how we ensure the best parts of us live on.
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