Lisa Romano

Lisa Romano is a seasoned product strategy professional with extensive experience in leading product management and strategy across various sectors, including finance, media, and technology. Currently serving as the Product Strategy Lead at M | Academy, Lisa devises strategies for product launches and digital transformation projects for clients such as Athena Home Loans and Cover Genius. As Lead Instructor at General Assembly, Lisa teaches product management courses and mentors diverse cohorts. Previous roles include Senior Product Manager at Circle In, where Lisa developed personalization strategies, and Head of Product - Strategy and Development at News Corp Australia, overseeing product roadmaps for multiple brands. Lisa’s career includes significant positions at Destination NSW, Hyro Digital Agency, and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, where notable achievements include launching ABC iView. Lisa holds a Master’s degree in Journalism and a Graduate Diploma in Communication from the University of Technology Sydney, alongside a BA in Arts from the University of Sydney.