Lisa Austin is a retired corporate communications maven. During her 30-plus-year career, Lisa worked as a freelance and corporate writer, editor, public relations consultant, and finished her career as chief communications officer in a large organization in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

She also spent a few years doing stand-up comedy at some legitimate comedy clubs as well as some less-than-ideal events. A fundraiser for a daycare stands out as a low point. She eventually leveraged her comedy skills and created a successful public speaking business.

A lover of languages and learning, Lisa devotes herself to learning Italian. In 2025, she spent 10 glorious weeks living in Bologna, Italy, where she made Italian friends, drank espresso from tiny cups, and cried over beautiful art. She holds a master’s degree in English literature from the University of Alberta and a graduate certificate in executive coaching from Royal Roads University in Victoria, British Columbia.