Leia Baez, Mpa Email & Phone Number

As the Communications Director at Douglas County, Nebraska, I oversee the County's public communications strategies, policies, and procedures, including media relations, content creation, and crisis communications. I have been in this role for seven years, and I have a Master's Degree in Public Administration (MPA) degree from Bellevue University.With more than 15 years of experience in media, I have developed strong skills in crisis management, news writing, editing, public speaking, and event management. As the regional media director and media team lead assistant at CrossFit, Inc., I helped manage media operations for major CrossFit sporting events that attracted hundreds of athletes from more than 120 countries and thousands of spectators.As an internationally recognized keynote speaker and the award-winning author of "A Star for Stella," I have had the privilege of sharing my experiences with audiences worldwide.My journey as a Latina has inspired me to explore and celebrate the richness of our culture, and I'm dedicated to helping individuals of all backgrounds tap into their full potential. I specialize in breaking habits that hold us back, unleashing our inner greatness, and becoming the best versions of ourselves.Throughout my keynote speaking career, I've been honored to address diverse audiences, from corporate conferences to educational institutions, with a message of resilience, hope, and transformation. My talks often center around overcoming adversity and breaking free from addiction to discover and live out our true destinies.

Listed skills include Journalism, Copy Editing, Newspapers, News Writing, and 19 others.