Lea-Ann Smith

Lea-Ann Smith is a strategic media and marketing leader with over 15 years of global experience across regions including Benelux, Poland, Germany, and South Africa. Currently serving as Country Media Manager at Danone since 2021, Lea-Ann drives digital and media strategy while leading transformative initiatives in omnichannel marketing and retail media. Previously, they held key positions at companies like Unilever, L’Oréal, and SC Johnson, where they contributed to brand management and campaign execution. Lea-Ann holds a Bachelor’s and Honours Degree from the University of Johannesburg, along with a Digital Marketing Course from Red & Yellow Creative School of Business.