Lisa Russell

Lisa Russell

Lisa Russell is an Emmy-winning filmmaker, AI storyteller, and global arts advocate with over 20 years of experience that lies at the intersection of arts, social justice and sustainable development. As a pioneering creative advocate for the intersection of artificial intelligence, filmmaking and advocacy for climate and sustainability solutions, she explores how AI can empower artists, reshape storytelling, and create new revenue opportunities in the global creative economy.

Her AI-driven creative projects have been featured at COP29/UN News, the UN Summit of the Future, unDAVOS, Entertainment Week Lagos, Project Odyssey 2, Atlanta AI Film Festival, Seattle AI Film Festival and more, demonstrating how AI can be a force for ethical storytelling and artistic innovation. As a speaker, Lisa is a 3x TEDx speaker, featured speaker for the World Conference on Creative Economy gatherings and has presented at high-level global events, including the ITU/UNDP SDG Digital Summit, advocating for artist-led AI solutions in digital transformation.

Lisa is also the founder of ArtsEnvoy.ai, a platform designed to help artists and creatives harness AI to create, monetize, and scale their storytelling careers.  ArtsEnvoy.ai was ranked the #2 AI company in Kenya by F6S.com in February 2025.

Lisa is the Global Co-Chair of the UN Civil Society (UNCSC) Arts and Culture imPACT Coalition, where she leads efforts to amplify the role of artists in global policy and sustainable development. She has collaborated extensively with the United Nations, NGOs, and international organizations, producing award-winning films and creative initiatives that highlight pressing social issues.

 As a judge for the AI for Good Film Festival, Lisa brings a unique perspective at the intersection of AI, creativity, and social impact, championing innovative approaches that ensure artists and creatives remain at the forefront of technological change.

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    ArtsEnvoy.ai
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    Emmy-winning filmmaker, AI artist and Founder
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