Leona is a distinguished communications expert with 19 years of industry experience, making her an invaluable asset for organisations seeking to enhance their leaders’ media and public relations skills. Her career trajectory, spanning leadership roles at prestigious organisations such as WWF, PLUS Malaysia Berhad, and more recently British Council, has equipped her with a unique blend of expertise in strategic communications, media relations, and leadership development. Leona’s tenure as Communications Manager at WWF laid a solid foundation for her career, solidifying her credentials in managing high-profile, multistakeholder initiatives. Her successful execution of Asia’s first Journey of Water campaign exemplifies her capacity to deliver impactful results on an international scale. Moreover, her co-authorship of the Environmental Jargons and Abbreviations’ guide for journalists underscores her commitment to bridging communication gaps in specialised fields – a crucial skill in today’s globalised business landscape. 

More recently, as Head of Communications at British Council, Leona spearheaded communications strategies for the country and supported the Southeast Asia cluster, demonstrating her ability to navigate complex, multi-cultural environments. In this position, she managed internal, corporate, and change communications, working closely with key stakeholders to strengthen and integrate marketing initiatives across the region. Throughout her career progression, Leona has cultivated strong relationships with major media companies, planning and advising on media and PR campaigns that have garnered extensive coverage across prominent outlets. Her work has been published in leading Malaysian publications such as Bernama, New Straits Times, and The Star.