Hi! I’m Leigh Lester — a world traveler, trainer, consultant, educator, public speaker, serial ideator, social justice warrior, and proud digital nomad! I roam the world with my amazing canine daughter, Brini.

I’m fun-loving, adventurous, and always down to meet new people and have a good time. Traveling is in my soul. Back in 2017, I spent 8 unforgettable months living in Johannesburg, South Africa, where I found my CouchSurfing (CS) family. I’ve been a dedicated CS community member ever since!

I’ve volunteered and lived abroad extensively — 7 months in Johannesburg from 2016–2017, 3 months in Ecuador and Bali, and most recently, I spent the summer exploring Greece, Germany, France, and Norway. Check out my new blog series! Each country offered something unique — from island life in Greece to the stunning fjords of Norway — and every experience deepened my love for culture, people, and discovery.

In 2019, I bought an RV and have been living the nomadic life off and on ever since. I’m also the Executive Director of the Ubuntu Institute of Learning, an international nonprofit training organization.

A few years back, I stumbled across the Technomadia YouTube channel — and boom, that was it! I knew then that I’d be going full-time nomad. When I return to the U.S. in April, it’s full steam ahead: blogging, vlogging, snapping photos, and hitting the road.

I love music, great food, wine, beer, and whisky — and I’m on a mission to visit as many wineries, breweries, and distilleries as I can. As a true foodie, I’m also tracking down “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” spots and sharing reviews of the places I stay. I also love going to live theater and music performances whenever I get the chance.

I’m currently hoping to find a sponsor to wrap my 2020 Roadtrek Zion SRT — fingers crossed for that extra income stream when I’m out on the road!

For me, this journey is about freedom, joy, and connection. I’m excited to share what I learn along the way — and I’d love to connect, whether through my blog, YouTube channel, or out on the open road.