Maria Leyva-Hernandez

Maria Leyva-Hernandez is a first-generation student and linguist-turned-PR professional passionate about bridging culture, communication, and community. From decoding dialects to designing campaigns, Maria believes language is power—and she’s here to help people use it boldly.

Ask me about…

• McDonald’s PR team
• My pet corgi and chihuahua
• My favorite branch of linguistics
• Bouba vs. Kiki