Leyla Marandi

Leyla Marandi is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in health program management and policy analysis. Currently serving as Strategic Program Manager at the University of California Office of the President since November 2020, Leyla has also held roles as Program Policy Analyst at UC Agriculture and Natural Resources. Prior positions include Program Manager for the California Food for California Kids® initiative and Network Coordinator for California Thursdays® at the Center for Ecoliteracy, as well as Healthy Schools Program Manager at the Alliance for a Healthier Generation. Earlier experience includes Program Analyst at the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and Health Promotion Intern at the City of Pasadena. Leyla's academic credentials include a Master of Public Health from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from UCLA.