Leighona Bernstein
About Leighona Bernstein
Leighona Bernstein serves as the Associate Director at FGS Global, a position she has held since 2022. With a background in agricultural communications and journalism, she focuses on storytelling within the food and agriculture sectors.
Work at FGS Global
Leighona Bernstein has served as Associate Director at FGS Global since 2022. In this role, she focuses on communication strategies and storytelling within the agricultural sector. Her experience in this position builds on her previous roles in communications, allowing her to effectively convey the narratives of those involved in food and agriculture.
Previous Experience in Communications
Before joining FGS Global, Leighona Bernstein worked as Director of Communications for the National Milk Producers Federation from 2020 to 2022. In this capacity, she managed communications for the National Dairy FARM Program, enhancing her expertise in the dairy industry. Prior to that, she was the Communications Manager at CropLife International from 2017 to 2020, where she developed communication strategies for the agricultural sector.
Educational Background
Leighona Bernstein earned a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Communications from Oklahoma State University. This academic background provides her with a solid foundation in both agriculture and effective communication, which she applies in her professional roles.
Background in Journalism
Leighona Bernstein has a background in journalism, which enhances her ability to tell compelling stories related to agriculture. She worked as an Editorial Assistant at Oklahoma Today Magazine from 2015 to 2017, where she honed her writing and editorial skills, further supporting her current focus on agricultural storytelling.
Passion for Animal Nutrition
Leighona Bernstein's passion for horses has significantly influenced her interest in animal nutrition. This personal interest aligns with her professional focus on the agricultural sector, particularly in communicating the importance of animal care and nutrition in food production.