Lela
Founder | Publisher
People & Purpose
Leadership, Governance
& Affiliations
Governance
Executive Board | Advisory Board
Our Executive Board provides governance, fiduciary oversight and strategic direction. Our Advisory Board brings guidance across industry, media and community leadership. Together, they advance LEMF’s philanthropic purpose.
Lori
Executive Board
Elle
Executive Board
Alisha
Executive Board
Dwayne
Executive Board
Kathy
Advisory Board
Aubrey
Advisory Board
Arabian
Executive Board
Editorial News & Media Team
Editorial News & Media Team
Our editorial, news and media professionals bring professional depth across music, sports, entertainment, style, beauty, technology and business coverage.
Mark
Entertainment | Sports
Monica
PR | Business Events Curator
Moshe
Music | Sports News
Cal
Sports | Film | Tech News
Marlena
Staff Reporter | Entertainment & Sports
Tina
Reporter | TV | Film | Style News
Jennifer
Style | Beauty | Pet News
Looking Ahead to 2027
Celebrating Our Philanthropic Leadership
We are excited to introduce our seven-member Executive Board and Advisory Board, comprising distinguished philanthropic leaders, content creators, financial executives, and professionals spanning television, film, music, and global business. From founding supporters to members joining in summer 2026, these individuals help advance our mission, innovation, and community impact.
Board Inquiries
Qualified philanthropic and corporate partners interested in learning who serves on our boards may submit a formal request to our Executive Director. Board information will be shared with qualified individuals upon review.
Partners & Affiliations
Strategic Collaborations Driving Digital Equity and Impact
At Lifestyle Elevation Media Foundation (LEMF), we are proud to partner with mission-aligned organizations that help us expand digital access, foster media education, and empower underserved communities. Our partnerships support a shared vision of inclusive innovation, career development, and social transformation.
We are an official community partner of the Los Angeles County Jobs First Collaborative, focused on creating workforce pathways through digital media training, job readiness, and content creation for communities in need.
Our education partnership with UXD Academy allows us to provide advanced training in UX design, artificial intelligence, and tech innovation, equipping youth and seniors with skills that lead to meaningful careers.
We proudly align with Black Women in Technology, a national network promoting diversity in the tech sector through mentorship, professional development, and empowerment.
In media and brand communications, we work with:
- PR Newswire – Our official press and style wire service
- Ainfluencer – Supporting our social media campaigns and influencer engagement
LEMF also holds affiliations with:
- L.A. Press Club
- ASU-FIDM Alumni Association
- Etsy Collective
- Collective Voices
- BOMSEI
- Muck Rack
- Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation
These affiliations and partnerships amplify our ability to deliver high-impact programs, elevate emerging voices, and create sustainable opportunities across the digital media landscape. Together, we are building a diverse, empowered future in media, technology, and community engagement.