Mia Lavana is an American poet, actor, and UCR alum whose work moves between the intimacy of language and the sweep of visual storytelling. Her debut poetry collection, FUMES, has reached readers around the world. Her forthcoming work, Off Season, continues her quiet study of love, and the subtle art of existing. Based in Las Vegas, she is expanding into film and voiceover, bringing the same attention to detail and truth to every medium she touches.

Mia Lavana is an American poet, actor, and industry leader whose work moves between the intimacy of language and the sweep of visual storytelling. Raised in California with humble beginnings, her voice is shaped by a deep connection to culture, community, and the quiet questions at the heart of being human.

A graduate of the University of California, Riverside School of Business, Mia blends a sharp business mind with an artist’s sensitivity. Her award-winning debut poetry collection, FUMES, reached readers across the world, praised for its raw lyricism and cinematic imagery. She is currently at work on Off Season, a new collection inspired by her travels, encounters, and the moments that remain long after they’ve passed.

Beyond the page, Mia is a trained actor in TV, film, and voiceover, known for her range, emotional truth, and ability to move between characters with ease. She has led educational programs as Director of Jardín University, collaborating with cultural figures and industry leaders to elevate conversations around cannabis and storytelling.

Based in Las Vegas and working in Los Angeles, Mia continues to build a career at the intersection of art, performance, and purpose, with every project guided by detail, authenticity, and an enduring curiosity about the human experience.