Laya Neelakandan

Laya Neelakandan is a skilled journalist and content creator with extensive experience in digital news, social media management, and editorial writing. Currently serving as a Digital News Associate at CNBC, Laya covers breaking political news and has previously worked in various capacities including segment producer and social media producer. Laya's experience spans notable organizations such as NBC News as a freelance writer and editorial intern, as well as a breaking news intern at the San Francisco Chronicle. Laya also held significant roles at Brown Girl Magazine, Fast Company, and The Daily Northwestern, contributing to a range of topics from business to arts and entertainment. Laya holds a B.S. in Journalism and a double major in Sociology from Northwestern University, alongside a dedicated commitment to social justice through founding a community initiative in Baltimore.