Felicia J. Persaud

Felicia J. Persaud is a Caribbean-born, U.S.-based communications expert with 20+ years of experience in journalism, public information and community outreach. Her work has appeared in many media including the New York Daily News, and she has appeared on CNN, BBC, CBS, FOX News, the Miami Herald, and other major outlets to share her expertise. She has held editorial leadership roles at the Caribbean Times, the Queens Chronicle, the Caribbean American, the New York Trend, Caribbean Today and the syndicated daily, News Americas. She also writes an immigration column for The Amsterdam News and hosts the podcast “Hard To Beat.” Throughout her career she has specialized in crafting clear, inclusive messaging for diverse audiences, leading public-facing campaigns, and producing high-impact digital media content. Her work has supported governments, non-profits, and community organizations - from Diaspora advocacy and public-policy outreach to cultural storytelling and media engagement.