Leigh Ann Cleaver
About Leigh Ann Cleaver
Leigh Ann Cleaver serves as the Executive Vice President, Client Experience and Partner at Mod Op, where she has worked since 2020. She has an extensive background in advertising and communications, with previous roles at notable companies such as Sprint and Valentine Radford Advertising.
Current Role at Mod Op
Leigh Ann Cleaver serves as the Executive Vice President, Client Experience and Partner at Mod Op. She has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's strategic direction and client engagement initiatives. Her role involves overseeing client relationships and enhancing the overall client experience, ensuring that Mod Op meets the diverse needs of its clientele in Kansas City, Missouri.
Previous Experience in Advertising
Leigh Ann Cleaver has extensive experience in the advertising industry. She worked at Valentine Radford Advertising, where she held roles as Team Leader for Bayer Crop Protection and later as Account Supervisor for the same client. Additionally, she served as an Account Executive at Swanson Russell Associates, focusing on Animal Health, Agriculture, and Healthcare. Her career also includes a position as Brand Manager at Sprint and as a Senior Account Supervisor at Osborn & Barr Communications for John Deere.
Educational Background
Leigh Ann Cleaver has a strong educational foundation in communications and business. She studied at Cottey College and later attended the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where she earned a Bachelor of Journalism with a focus on Advertising. She furthered her education at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, achieving a Master of Arts in Communications. Additionally, she obtained a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Baker University, specializing in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services.
Career Timeline
Leigh Ann Cleaver's career spans several key positions in the advertising and marketing sectors. She began her career at Swanson Russell Associates from 1993 to 1996, followed by a role at Valentine Radford Advertising from 1996 to 2003. After a brief tenure at Sprint from 2001 to 2002, she worked at Osborn & Barr Communications for a year. Since 2020, she has been with Mod Op, where she continues to influence client experience and partnership strategies.