Mia L. McDonald, born in Augusta and raised in College Park, is a dedicated communications professional with nearly a decade of experience in public relations, marketing, and community outreach. With a strong commitment to making a positive impact, Mia has built a reputation for developing strategic partnerships, organizing meaningful community programs, and advocating for underserved populations. Mia holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Georgia State University (2015) and is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Management at Strayer University, with an expected graduation in summer 2025. In her current role as Community Outreach Coordinator for the City of Douglasville's Community Relations Department, Mia plays a pivotal role in aligning community events and initiatives with the City's goals. She is skilled at facilitating public forums, creating social media strategies for community engagement, and building collaborative partnerships with local organizations. Additionally, Mia is involved in crafting policies aimed at enhancing public engagement. Mia’s professional journey includes valuable experience as the Communications Manager for the Clayton County Board of Commissioners; Office of Communications, where she managed both internal and external communications, organized special events, and analyzed social media metrics for over 20 divisions. Prior to that, she served as a Communications Coordinator for the City of Atlanta's Department of Watershed Management. A passionate public servant, Mia is deeply committed to bettering and serving her community. She is driven by the belief that service is both a responsibility and a calling. Mia also dedicates her time to several community-focused organizations. She serves as the Vice President for Reigning Hope Foundation, Inc., a non-profit focused on providing college scholarships and life-enhancing skills to students in need. Recently, she was appointed President of the Young Government Leaders Atlanta Chapter, an organization that educates and inspires future government leaders in the Atlanta area. Mia also serves as a board member for The L-Life, a non-profit supporting those affected by lupus and other invisible illnesses, and is an active member of GRLS Atlanta (Centennial Chapter), a social club for Black women focused on personal and community development. In all her endeavors, Mia strives to create positive, lasting change and to empower those around her to reach their full potential.

Mrs. Sequoia LeBlanc's federal career has spanned over seven years with humble beginnings across multiple state lines. As a San Francsico, CA Bay Area native, she embarked on her educational journey at Tuskegee University in Tuskegee, AL. From there, that is what sparked her interest in public sector work. With the University classified as a national historic site under the Department of the Interior's National Park Service, she began with campus museum work for George Washington Carver Museum and The Oaks, Home of Booker T. Washington.  Those opportunities led to her selection as a two-time intern with Bay Area NPS sites including John Muir National Historic Site and San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park. Upon receiving her B.S. in political science wih a minor in history, she was later selected for her first federal position as a Park Guide for NPS' Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site. Soon after, she was able to pivot to her first position in HR as an Administrative Assistant. From there her career progressed when she was selected for her initial HR Specialist role. She has since held federal HR positions at the National Park Service, U.S. Office of Personnel Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Her subject matter has covered recruitment and staffing, human capital system evaluation, personnel record processing, and benefits administration. She currently serves as a Senior Human Resources Specialist with the Federal Aviation Administration under the U.S. Department of Transportation. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and her two dogs, volunteering, crocheting, singing, and writing. She is eager to serve Atlanta's governmental community with YGL.