Lisa McAnally

Lisa McAnally is a multimedia producer and host of NPR News' Morning Edition on WFIU since January 2024. As the owner of Ark Entertainment Media, Lisa provides consultancy and coaching for micro business owners, particularly solopreneurs and creative entrepreneurs, with innovative programs like The Creative Freedom Incubator. Lisa has authored best-selling business books, including "Creative Freedom: How to Own Your Dreams Without Selling Your Soul," while also engaging as a professional vocalist and performer. With a background in directing marketing for Heart of Business, Inc., and developing training for direct sales at The Veda Company, Lisa's expertise spans business growth, personal coaching, and creative empowerment for entrepreneurs. Academic credentials include a BA in Music Theory, Music History, and Vocal Performance from the University of Michigan-Flint, alongside ongoing studies at Bowling Green State University.