Leon Williamson, recognized for his expertise in marketing and advertising, completed his studies at Florida Atlantic University with a B. A. Degree in Film and Media Studies. In 2006, Leon began his career as an Account Executive at Cox Media Group Miami. Six years later, he was recruited to Urban One Media St. Louis as a Local and Digital Sales Manager. While residing in St. Louis, he sat on the leadership committee of the 100 Black Men and was a board member of the Contemporary Art Museum. In 2017, he was recognized as one of St. Louis’ Power 100 professionals. After ten years in radio advertising, Leon moved back to South Florida and pivoted to a career in film and media production.
Within a year, Leon rose to the title of Production Manager and eventually producer. In 2020, Leon decided to join iHeartMedia, he is currently the Market President for iHeartMedia Indianapolis and is responsible for bringing the Sista Strut breast cancer walk, for women and men of color, to the city of Indianapolis. In 2023, Leon was identified by Radio Ink magazine as one of Radio’s 2023 African American Leaders and as a 2025 Champion for Diversity awardee from the Recorder Media Group.
