Leyla Mattison is an internationally recognized branding strategist and the founder of Beyond Agency, a consultancy specializing in global brand development and narrative strategy.  

Over the past two decades, she has held senior roles at Fox Kids Europe, Walt Disney, and fashion brand Christian Lacroix, where she led the launch of the Home & Lifestyle division and global partnerships with iconic names, including Sephora, Evian, and Air France.

A Paris native, Leyla brings a unique cross-cultural perspective to her work, blending European sophistication with global business acumen. Her passion lies in helping brands uncover their authentic voice, connect with their audiences, and create a lasting emotional impact. 

A sought-after speaker, she has advised clients in Paris, London, New York, and Sarajevo, and supports national branding initiatives, most recently through her work with USAID’s on repositioning Bosnia & Herzegovina’s global image.

She contributes her expertise to mission-driven organizations as a board member through the Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation’s global network of advisors supporting social impact leadership.