A former teacher, Lisa is certified in Canine Therapeutic Massage from the Rocky Mountain School of Animal Acupressure and Massage.   She also holds a BE in music education and an MA in arts administration.  She worked as a Humane Educator for several years at SD Humane Society  & SPCA before pursuing her love of the arts for 9 years.

Coming full circle,  Lisa is the Executive Director of P.A.W.S. San Diego County, Inc. (Pets Are Wonderful Support), volunteers at the El Cajon Animal Shelter.

She lives with a houseful of various pets including her husband and 3 bouncy bearded collies.