Lea Ann King is the Chief Legal Officer for Toyota Material Handling North America, a $6B company representative of Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation, where she leads a dynamic team of attorneys and legal professionals providing global legal support for all its operations. As she has navigated moving companies and industries, Lea Ann knows that intentional relationship-building is the catalyst for leadership effectiveness.

Prior to joining Toyota Material Handling North America, Lea Ann spent many years in varying legal roles with Hillrom Holdings, Inc. (now part of Baxter Healthcare) where she learned the critical role networking plays in personal and professional development. She began her practice of law with the firm of Bose McKinney & Evans, LLP in Indianapolis.

Lea Ann has built a reputation not only for legal and business acumen but also for cultivating high-performing teams. As the architect TMHNA’s Women’s Network, Lea Ann champions meaningful mentorship and cultivates high-impact networks across the company. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Centre College and went on to receive a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Louisville School of Law. She resides in Batesville, Indiana with her husband of 19 years and their two children.