Janice Bessent
Janice Bessent is a seasoned corporate paralegal and senior negotiator based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, currently bringing her expertise to Coastal Debt Resolve. With a career spanning multiple roles in debt resolution, paralegal work, and office management, Janice has honed her skills in contract negotiation, legal compliance, and strategic client advocacy. Her work focuses on negotiating unsecured business debt, helping clients achieve favorable settlements while navigating complex financial landscapes. Throughout her career, Janice has demonstrated a consistent commitment to client success and operational excellence. Prior to her current role, she held leadership positions at SOS Debt Solutions, National Capital Negotiators, and RAS LAVRAR, LLC, overseeing negotiations, office management, and team training. She has also worked as a registered tax preparer and legal assistant, gaining a well-rounded perspective on financial and legal processes that inform her approach to debt resolution today. Janice excelled in her Paralegal Studies major at Coastal Pines Technical College and also pursued additional studies at Armstrong State University. Her career is marked by determination, strategic thinking, and a dedication to guiding clients through challenging financial circumstances with integrity and skill.
• Certified Tax preparer
• Coastal Pines Technical College- A.A.S.
• Donating food, clothes, and toys to the homeless and financially struggling.
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to always staying determined to succeed. Never giving up, despite the most unfavorable odds. My mom’s family came to this country 100 years ago from Finland and Estonia, running from Russia’s wrath in World War I. They had to completely start over from whatever resources they could collect and earn. They had to stay determined. There’s a special word for this flavor of determination - sisu. The world can take everything you love and hold dear, but nothing can take that from you. At the end of the day, all we have are our values, and that is the most important one to me.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
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What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would advise young women entering this male-dominated industry to stand up for themselves, keep learning and growing, and know that you don’t need extensive formal education to succeed.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in my work and personal life are balance, creativity, and presence—nurturing my family, staying active through yoga and dance, and finding inspiration in painting and the outdoors.