Lela Harris

Lela Harris serves as the Senior Director of Digital Marketing and Communications at Catholic Relief Services since August 2021, where responsibilities include overseeing the strategic direction and execution of digital content and channels while leading a diverse team. Prior to this role, Lela held various positions at the FDA, including Web & Digital Media Branch Director, where oversight of web and digital media strategies was provided, and at USDA as Web Management Coordinator, contributing to digital initiatives. Lela's early career included technical roles at US EPA and management roles at Metropolitan Baptist Church and Carroll Publishing, where significant achievements included initiating online syndication and producing key publications. Lela holds a Master's Degree in Divinity from Virginia Union University, a Certificate in Web Development from George Mason University, a MAPA in Public Administration from Howard University, and a BA in American Studies from Occidental College.