Anahi Leyva is a dedicated communications professional with over seven years of experience in client relations. A Publicity Club of Chicago 30 Under 30 recipient, Anahi is an award-winning communications strategist with experience spanning influencer marketing, brand launches, media relations, and integrated campaigns across earned and owned channels.

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At Hawthorne Strategy Group, Anahi leverages her passion for insights and analytics, creative problem-solving, and a broad range of communications skills—including her Spanish-speaking background—to support clients across healthcare, nonprofit, business, and tourism sectors. Her work helps organizations enhance internal communications, increase brand awareness, and strengthen their reputations.

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Over the past year, Anahi has led an award-winning influencer program in the dental industry, generating an estimated $95K in ROI while cultivating strong relationships with some of the industry’s top creators. She blends a curiosity for data and analytics with deep expertise in both legacy and emerging media to amplify client messages and build strong, multi-channel brand presence. Nothing brings Anahi greater fulfillment than knowing her work creates meaningful impact for her clients.

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Prior to joining Hawthorne, Anahi worked as a Client Relations Specialist at Panasonic, where she gained a strong understanding of global business dynamics while navigating supply chain challenges brought on by the COVID‑19 pandemic.​

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