Creative, resilient, and generous with her time, talent, and treasure, Falisa Ray is on a mission to make artistic career paths more attractive and accessible in the African American community. As the founder and CEO of LisaLisa Inc., she is a fierce advocate for arts education and a go-to resource for connecting talented, diverse young performers with the best opportunities.
In 2022, she published “Raising Simba,” highlighting her journey from the Chicago projects to guiding her son Aaron to Broadway, where he landed a role as Simba in Disney’s The Lion King. Ray blends her experience and expertise to empower other parents seeking to help their children realize their dreams in the arts and entertainment field. Originally from Chicago, Ill., Ray currently lives with her husband Wendell in Wisconsin.