Lisa Nellessen Savage

Lisa Nellessen Savage has extensive experience in journalism and editorial leadership, currently serving as the Executive Editor of the Pensacola News Journal since April 2014. In this role, Lisa has successfully transformed the newsroom into a digital-centric publication, emphasizing high-quality enterprise journalism and reader engagement through various platforms. Previously, Lisa held the position of Executive Editor at The Star Press from 2010 to March 2014, where key responsibilities included strategic planning and overseeing content across a 24-hour news cycle. Lisa also served as Managing Editor at both The Star Press from 2007 to 2010 and the Stevens Point Journal from 2004 to 2007, focusing on improving content quality and community-oriented journalism. Academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Communication with a focus on journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.