Lisa Russell is an Emmy-winning filmmaker, AI artist, and the CEO/Founder of ArtsEnvoy.ai, a pioneering platform that empowers artists and storytellers to harness AI for advocacy, climate action, and sustainable solutions. With over 20 years of experience in filmmaking and global advocacy, Lisa seamlessly bridges art, technology, and activism to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges, including climate change, sustainable development, and social justice.

A recognized leader in AI-driven creativity, Lisa’s innovative projects include “Artistic Diplomacy”, an AI art series advocating for greater artist representation in the United Nations, and “Moving On”, Africa’s first AI-powered climate change music video featuring Nigerian Afropop artist AkayCentric. Her work has been showcased at prestigious global events such as the AI for Good Global Summit, UN Summit of the Future, SDG Digital, COP29, and Entertainment Week Lagos, highlighting her unique ability to blend cutting-edge technology with creative storytelling to inspire change.

As the Global Co-Chair of the UN Civil Society IMpACT Coalition on Arts and Culture and founder of Create2030, Lisa is a dedicated advocate for integrating diverse artists into global policymaking. She is committed to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through the transformative power of art. Her work underscores the pivotal role of creative storytelling in addressing systemic inequities and amplifying solutions for a more just, inclusive, and sustainable world.

Through her platform ArtsEnvoy.ai, Lisa cultivates a global network of “artivists” who leverage AI tools to create bold, cause-driven projects while building sustainable creative careers. Resources like the AI Art Idea Generator and Artify the Goals empower artists to amplify their impact and contribute meaningfully to global sustainability and climate efforts. Learn more here.