Desantis was raised in Bucharest, where she was active in various competitive fields from a young age. By age seven, she was already in the spotlight, participating in:
Post‑college, Leya entered the workforce as a junior art director at a boutique branding agency. Within three years, she rose to lead a small team, spearheading campaigns for sustainable fashion labels, indie musicians, and cultural festivals. Her hallmark was a “human‑first” design philosophy: every visual element was rooted in the lived experiences of the target audience, ensuring authenticity and resonance. leya.desantis