Lia Head-Rigby

Lia Head-Rigby has diverse work experience in various industries. In 1998, they founded the Media Mavens Group, where they served as the Chief Leadership Strategist and Founder, specializing in PR, hospitality management, event management, recruiting, project management, and writing. Throughout their career, Lia has worked with notable clients such as Furry Land Mobile Grooming, Tuff Gong & Bob Marley Family, ONE/35 Agency's Google, YouTube, OWN, DisneyTV, NATGEO, BET, Paramount, and more. Lia is also Marriott-trained and has a passion for the hospitality industry.

In 2022, Lia became the General Manager of Furry Land of Orlando & Central Florida, where they partnered with the franchisor and an investor to launch a mobile grooming start-up.

Before that, in 2021, Lia worked as the SVP Communications at Got Soil? Environmental Soil Solutions LLC, focusing on marketing campaigns and media plans in the cannabis industry. Lia was involved in impact investing and top soil enhancement projects within the sector, aiming for both sustainability and financial returns.

Lia also served as the Director of Public Relations at Crypto Clique Bahamas, where they utilized their expertise in public relations.

In 2020, during the pandemic, Lia joined Shipt as a Magical Unicorn Shopper, providing personal shopping services to clients and making a difference in their lives. Lia also worked as a Public Relations Communications Specialist at Leigh Brown & Associates, specializing in marketing, PR, and content copywriting.

From 2015 to 2021, Lia was involved in emergency management consulting and fundraising at TheHeadORG. Lia acted as a consultant on quality improvement and organizational development projects, particularly in response to hurricane devastation. Lia also founded the organization and used their background in humanitarian work and animal activism to contribute to the community.

Lia's previous experience includes working as the Chief Client Satisfaction Officer and Operations Director at ONE/35 Agency, where they served notable clients such as Google, YouTube, OWN, NatGeo, Disney, Bounce, Searchlight Pictures, and BET Special Events.

Lia also worked at Fit Farm as the Communications Director & Operations Assistant to the Founder, responsible for communications, marketing, and public relations. Lia later became the General Manager of Lodge Operations at the fitness retreat.

Furthermore, Lia and their husband jointly managed daily operations at GreenCuts Lawn & Order, overseeing multiple properties and coordinating tasks such as landscaping, pool maintenance, vehicle maintenance, housekeeping, and construction projects.

Throughout their career, Lia Head-Rigby has demonstrated versatility, expertise in various industries, and a passion for making a difference in both professional and philanthropic endeavors.

Lia Head-Rigby completed a BSc in Hospitality from St. Thomas University in 1989, and then obtained another BSc in Hospitality from Florida International University in 1993. Recently, in 2020, they received a certificate in Hospitality & Tourism Management from Florida Atlantic University - College of Business. Lia also holds a degree in Hospitality Management with a specialization in Tourism Promotion Operations from the University of The Bahamas. In 2017, Lia obtained the Woman In Action - National Profile certification, and they also have the Bill Tiefel Awards - Service Excellence certification from Marriott International.