Lesa Hastings

Lesa Hastings is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in digital marketing and program management. Currently serving as a Senior Support Planner/PM and Global Program Manager at Microsoft since September 2015, Lesa specializes in providing strategic consulting for managed customers within Microsoft Advertising. Previously, Lesa held various roles, including Director of Search Operations at Media News Group and Director of Internet Marketing & Strategic Projects at Page 1 Solutions, where oversight included managing teams, strategic planning, and optimizing paid search campaigns for numerous media properties. Additionally, Lesa contributes insights as an author for Search Engine Journal and has a background in academia as an Instructor of English at Colorado State University, holding an MFA in Creative Writing and a Bachelor's degree in English - Creative Writing.