Behind the Pod: 20 Questions with Lisa Kelly
Lisa Kelly joined Orca 10-years ago this month. Lisa left a whirlwind career in TV news that took her to the front lines of major national and global events. She even served as a White House Correspondent during her 20-year TV career. These days she is one of the powerhouses behind the Orca Pod, bringing on exciting new clients that need our PR support.
“Initially, I was hesitant to leave behind a 20-year career in TV news. It was the only career I had ever known! But what has kept me at Orca for an entire decade is its people. These colleagues – most of them also from TV news – are kindred spirits. Not only do they know their stuff professionally (I’ve learned SO much!), but our team is warm and encouraging and truly celebrates all victories together. The Orca team is a rare find – and I’m looking forward to the next 10 years.”
– Lisa Kelly, Account Executive, Orca Communications
Getting to Know Lisa:
☕ Coffee or tea?
Coffee! My husband roasts his own coffee beans, and there’s no better coffee than what he makes!
📱 Favorite social media platform?
Facebook. I find it’s the easiest way to reconnect with old friends and colleagues.
✍️ Favorite print magazine?
Southern Living. As a 6th generation Texan, it just speaks to me.
📺 Most bingeworthy TV show?
Downton Abbey. I love the writing, the British wit, and the stories! And, I got to attend a dear friend’s “Downton Abbey” birthday party in the UK a few years ago… at THE Downton Abbey (Highclere Castle). It was magical.
📼Favorite movie quote?
“You’re a woman with a brain and reasonable ability. Stop whining and find something to do.” – Maggie Smith as the Dowager Countess from Downton Abbey
🗣️ Favorite podcast?
The Bible Recap – one of the most insightful ways to read through the Bible in a year.
🤓 What was your favorite class in grade school?
Reading! I inhaled books. By the time I went to junior high, I had read every single book in our elementary school library. I used to love Tuesdays because that’s when the next shipment of new books would arrive.
😂 Can you tell us a joke?
What did the red light say to the green light? Don’t look at me, I’m changing. (submitted by my 12-year-old son) 🙂
⛱️ Where can we find you on the weekend?
I married a basketball player, and all of our kids inherited his athletic prowess. On the weekends you’ll find me in the bleachers cheering them on!
🤗What personal accomplishment are you most proud of?
At the end of it all, I am Mom to four amazing kids.
Getting Down To Business:
💼 Home office or coffee shop?
Home office
👜 Pajamas or business casual?
Business casual. If I look too sloppy, even at home, I find I don’t work as efficiently.
📹 Zoom or old school phone?
Old School Phone! I was on the air for 20 years in TV news… I’ve had my fill of being “on-camera” at work. 🙂
💙 Most memorable Orca experience?
Attending my first CES with Julie Simon years ago was epic and divinely ordained in so many ways!
📜 Most memorable professional experience prior to coming to Orca?
Reporting from the White House because every day was a really, really big deal.
📚 Any professional book recommendations?
“Peacemaker” by Ken Sande. Best read out there for team development, conflict resolution, etc.
🙋♀️What’s your best tip for working remotely successfully?
Be way more organized than you ever thought you needed to be. It will reap dividends!
📽️If Orca Communications was a movie, what would you call it?
“A Whale of a Tale”
🙌 What professional accomplishment are you most proud of?
Helping small companies establish themselves and grow to a new level. It never gets old!
🔮What are you most looking forward to as you continue your career at Orca?
The best part of my day is getting to interact with entrepreneurs. I am always impressed by their ability to start something from nothing. I look forward to getting to know the next generation of inventors!
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