LAYLAH WILSON

Account Executive

LAYLAH WILSON

Account Executive

Laylah is a strategic communications and public affairs professional that believes the most effective messages do more than inform by elevating overlooked perspectives, building trust and inspiring meaningful action. 

Prior to joining ROKK, Laylah gained invaluable experience in strategic communications consulting and political communications, where she helped organizations and elected officials connect with target audiences and advance their broader communications and strategic goals. Originally from New York City, Laylah is a proud HBCU alumna who earned her bachelor’s degree with honors in Political Science from Norfolk State University and is currently pursuing her masters degree in Political Communications at American University. 

WHY LAYLAH BELONGS IN THE ROOM

01

She sees the full picture.

Laylah approaches projects and challenges by considering the people, perspectives and potential outcomes involved. She looks beyond the most obvious answer and asks thoughtful questions to help teams develop strategies that are both effective and inclusive.

02

She understands that culture shapes and moves the message.

Laylah sees how policy and politics extend far beyond government buildings and news cycles. They show up in music, entertainment, social media and emerging technology. She follows these intersections closely, recognizing that culture is a powerful force in determining which issues gain attention and which messages break through.

03

She makes the work work better.

Laylah enjoys creating systems that help teams communicate clearly, collaborate efficiently and stay organized. Whether that is streamlining processes or identifying a better way to share information, she is always thinking about how the work can become more intentional and effective.

GOOD TO KNOW

SPORTS:

Knicks in 5!!! She’s been a Knicks fan since before she could talk or walk, and she has the Knicks onesie photos to prove it.

BEST OF BOTH WORLDS:

Born in Harlem, raised in the Bronx, she has an honorary degree from Hip-Hop University.

THE BEST ZODIAC SIGN:

She shares the same zodiac sign as Denzel Washington, Michelle Obama, Lebron James, and Dolly Parton, just to name a few. Capricorns are truly the GOATs!

FUN FACT:

She’s been singing and playing the piano since she was six years old.