We are excited to announce that Lisa Brown Ross, CEO of the African American Museum Dallas, will deliver the keynote address at the AAEAHP Annual Founders Day celebration. Her topic is “The Importance of Conservation: Protecting Our Culture.” Please mark your calendar and join us for this special event at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at the African American Museum Dallas.
Lisa Brown Ross is a seasoned marketing communications professional and strategic thought leader known for her expertise in brand management and community relations. Throughout her career, she has developed innovative strategies that boost profits and deliver significant community impact, using collaborative, data-driven approaches to engage stakeholders and foster meaningful dialogue. Among her notable accomplishments, Lisa developed a marketing plan for Anthem Strong Families that increased awareness and revenue, securing $15 million in federal grants; led USAID communications efforts that resulted in scholarships for 1.5 million girls in sub-Saharan Africa; and established the first public affairs department for the Seattle Police Department, improving crisis communication and community relations.
Her employment history includes serving as CEO of the African American Museum Dallas, Director of Marketing Development at Anthem Strong Families—where she focused on rebranding and social media—and leading LJR Group Inc., a consulting firm specializing in branding and crisis communications, with a record of driving revenue growth for clients. Lisa has also held leadership roles at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the City of Seattle, where she advanced health initiatives and public affairs strategies. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Texas at El Paso, has completed leadership training programs, and is a Telly Award recipient for scriptwriting and production.