Courtney la Bau

Courtney La Bau has extensive work experience in various roles and industries. Courtney is currently working as the Los Angeles World Airports Commissioner for the City of Los Angeles, a position they have held since 2023. Prior to this, they served as an Ethics Commissioner for the same organization from 2022 to 2023.

In 2021, La Bau worked as an Instructor at the University of Southern California. Courtney also has experience as the CEO and Founder of CLB Global Strategies LLC, a consulting firm specializing in national security and business. In this role, they worked with government agencies, think tanks, law enforcement, and the private sector to develop initiatives promoting civil society, community resilience, and countering extremist narratives.

La Bau has served in multiple positions with the Truman National Security Project, including Head of Homeland Security & Community Resilience Group, Political Director, and Political Partner. Courtney has also held the role of Vice Chair of the Board of Directors at Emerge California, an organization focused on supporting women in politics.

Additionally, La Bau has worked as the Chief Global Strategy Officer at Neocova, overseeing international strategy and public affairs efforts. Courtney has served as a Senior Advisor for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Office of Community Partnerships, where they collaborated with various agencies and community groups to combat terrorism and promote resilience. Courtney has also worked as a Consultant for the British High Commission through The Conservative Party.

La Bau's involvement in politics includes serving as a District Delegate for the 2016 Democratic National Convention and as a Campaign Advisor on Counter Violent Extremism & ISIS for Hillary for America. Courtney was also the Women's Constituency Group Leader for Southern California during the campaign.

Overall, Courtney La Bau's work experience spans a wide range of leadership and advisory roles in government, academia, consulting, and political organizations, with a focus on national security, community resilience, and promoting diversity in politics.

Courtney La Bau completed their education with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Southern California. Courtney specialized in the Entrepreneur Program and Finance, completing their studies in the year 2001.