Hi, I'm Leia Avery, a dynamic and engaging trivia host and event producer based in Nashville. For 10+ years I’ve led weekly game-show-style events for diverse audiences, delivering high-energy entertainment, excellent crowd engagement, and smooth virtual event management. I’m known as the Queen of Fun for making events memorable and seamless from concept to execution. Outside of hosting, I design custom trivia content, manage event flow and scoring, and collaborate with clients to tailor experiences for corporate teams, colleges, and private groups. With a background in Business Administration and strong public speaking and marketing sensibilities, I focus on clear communication, seamless transitions, and crowd connection to ensure events run smoothly.

Leia Avery

Hi, I'm Leia Avery, a dynamic and engaging trivia host and event producer based in Nashville. For 10+ years I’ve led weekly game-show-style events for diverse audiences, delivering high-energy entertainment, excellent crowd engagement, and smooth virtual event management. I’m known as the Queen of Fun for making events memorable and seamless from concept to execution. Outside of hosting, I design custom trivia content, manage event flow and scoring, and collaborate with clients to tailor experiences for corporate teams, colleges, and private groups. With a background in Business Administration and strong public speaking and marketing sensibilities, I focus on clear communication, seamless transitions, and crowd connection to ensure events run smoothly.

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Hi, I’m Leia Avery, a dynamic and engaging trivia host and event producer based in Nashville. For 10+ years I’ve led weekly game-show-style events for diverse audiences, delivering high-energy entertainment, excellent crowd engagement, and smooth virtual event management. I’m known as the Queen of Fun for making events memorable and seamless from concept to execution.

Outside of hosting, I design custom trivia content, manage event flow and scoring, and collaborate with clients to tailor experiences for corporate teams, colleges, and private groups. With a background in Business Administration and strong public speaking and marketing sensibilities, I focus on clear communication, seamless transitions, and crowd connection to ensure events run smoothly.

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Experience Level

Work Experience

President at Just Play Entertainment, Inc.
January 1, 2014 - November 24, 2025
As President, I oversee business development, hire and train sales staff, curate social media content, manage marketing initiatives, publish game content, host events, sell merchandise, and book engagements.
Property Manager at GA Realty
December 31, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Advertising vacancies, tenant screening, rent collection, inspections, property maintenance, background checks, and processing work orders.
Leasing Agent at Alliance
December 31, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Temporary role setting appointments to rent vacant apartments, submitting work orders, processing background checks, and meeting sales quotas.
Admissions Advisor at DeVry University
December 31, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Recruiting students to enroll in school and assisting them through the admission process, including completing FAFSA and taking basic skills tests.
President & Lead Trivia Host at Just Play Entertainment, Inc.
January 1, 2014 - November 24, 2025
Lead weekly trivia events including Pop Culture Trivia, Music Trivia, Finish-the-Lyric, and Hip Hop Charades; oversee virtual and in-person trivia sessions for corporations, colleges, and private groups; design and present custom trivia content using slides, screens, and timers; engage crowds with clear communication, humor, and improvisation; manage event flow, scoring, and transitions to keep gameplay smooth and exciting.
Property Manager at GA Realty
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Managed tenant relations, rent collection, maintenance coordination, and unit inspections.
Leasing Agent at Alliance
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Scheduled showings, processed applications, and met leasing quotas.
Admissions Advisor at DeVry University
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Assisted prospective students through the admissions and financial aid process.

Education

Bachelor's in Business Administration at Tennessee State University
August 1, 1999 - May 1, 2003
Bachelor's in Business Administration at Tennessee State University
August 1, 1999 - May 1, 2003
Bachelor of Business Administration at Tennessee State University
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025

Qualifications

40 Under 40 Award
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
40 Under 40 Award
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Education, Gaming, Professional Services
    uniE608 Corporate Game Show Activation
    Fun times having teams rotate to play different games to win the championship trophies.
    uniE608 Live Trivia Game Show
    Here's a video celebrating a team win showing the team work and engagement while celebrating.