Former public school teacher Zulfiya Tchaikovsky serves as principal of The Academic Editors. She provides professional editing for research papers done by students and academics. Zulfiya Tchaikovsky is a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS), where she has completed an executive leadership certification program.

NSLS is one of the largest leadership honor societies in the United States. Members are recommended by their colleges and universities based on leadership potential or academic standing. Nominations for NSLS membership are determined by local chapter leaders. Membership into the NSLS is a nationally recognized achievement of honorable distinction.

NSLS members go through a program that will build their leadership skills. Completion of the program is a prerequisite for the issuance of the leadership certificate. Additionally, candidates must go through the pre-induction proceedings by attending the orientation, leadership training day, three speaker broadcasts, and three success networking team meetings.

Membership with NSLS allows the members to cite their affiliation with the society in their list or personal accomplishments or resume. Members also get the privilege of being chosen for scholarship grants and awards. Moreover, members can access an online job bank to seek potential employers. Other privileges and benefits for members include access to exclusive on-campus events, and discounts on books, computers, insurance, and others.