Leah’s commitment to Houston runs deep — not just from working in its neighborhoods, but because it is home to her family. The granddaughter of Holocaust survivors and the daughter of two teachers, she grew up with a strong sense of fairness, grit, and community. Houston’s complexity calls for leadership that starts with listening, and reconciles diverse interests to solve problems – that’s Leah.
Over the years, Leah has worked across the city in a range of roles — from leading neighborhood-based initiatives in the Fifth Ward to working inside City Hall as Chief of Staff to Councilmember Julian Ramirez. Her prior career in nonprofits touched on issues involving youth, education, housing, and food access, often rolling up her sleeves alongside neighbors to figure out workable solutions to everyday problems.
Leah is known for bringing people together across divides, especially when conversations get tough. She doesn’t chase attention or drama — she prefers practical problem-solving and making sure the range of stakeholder voices are at the table. Whether it’s pushing for fair funding allocations, smart use of financial resources, or more transparency in city government, Leah stays grounded in what actually matters to Houstonians: safe streets, honest leadership, and a City that works for everyone.
Leah graduated from Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service, and also holds a Masters’s Degree in Public Administration and a mediation certification from the University of Houston.
Why I’m Running
I believe Houston deserves leaders who understand what it's like to live here. I’m a regular Houstonian who’s been in the trenches, working alongside neighbors and friends who are struggling with the high cost of living, safety concerns, and the frustration of dealing with a bureaucracy that doesn’t always listen.
The City Council needs someone who isn’t afraid to have tough conversations, someone who listens to all sides and finds common ground, even when it’s uncomfortable. I’ve consistently worked to bring together people who don’t always agree but understand that compromise is the only way forward. I know that not every neighborhood wants or needs the same thing, but they all deserve to be heard, and I’m committed to representing them all.
I’ve worked, often behind the scenes, to advance policies that actually make a difference. I’m committed to making sure Houstonians have a voice in the decisions that affect their lives, whether that’s making sure public service contracts work for our communities or improving fiscal responsibility in how we spend taxpayer dollars. I don’t believe in making flashy promises; I believe in doing the research, having the tough conversations, and building long-term solutions that last. That’s why I’m running for City Council — to bring my experience, my values, and my commitment to fairness to City Hall.