The Team

 A St. Louis native, Lisa attended the University of Tulsa before beginning her career in banking, specializing in merchant bankcard sales. After nearly a decade in Charlotte, NC, she returned to her STL roots while dedicating 25 years to raising her four children—Gigi, Frankie, Vincent, and Ellie. Now, as her children step into their futures, Lisa is launching into hers with Missouri Native Stewardship Services, combining her lifelong passion for nature with a deep commitment to land stewardship.

Lisa’s connection to the land runs deep—rooted in childhood visits to her grandparents’ farm in Northeast Missouri, where she learned firsthand the value of working in harmony with nature. This love of the outdoors has shaped her approach to landscaping, leading her to transform her own home (affectionately called "435 Local") into a model of sustainable gardening. She installed a rain garden as part of the Deer Creek Watershed Project, established a native pollinator prairie to reduce mowing and support vital ecosystems, and continues to transition her gardens to native plantings that enhance biodiversity.

At Missouri Native Stewardship Services, Lisa is channeling her hands-on experience and passion for conservation into meaningful work—helping others protect and restore Missouri’s natural landscapes. Her mission is clear: not just to maintain, but to enhance the land for future generations.  

Lisa's favorite native is Blue Wild Indigo, (Baptisia australis).  

Missy graduated from Washington University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Communication Arts. Over the years, she has built a diverse career, working across industries such as video game design and brand identity. This broad range of experience has equipped Missy with a versatile skill set, making her adept at tackling creative and strategic challenges. 

A constant thread throughout Missy's career has been her deep commitment to environmental stewardship. Her passion for plant life and sustainable practices aligns perfectly with her current role at Missouri Native Stewardship Services, where she proudly helps advance the organization’s mission of preserving and promoting native ecosystems.

Missy resides in Webster Groves, Missouri, where she and her husband raised their three daughters. Their home is a sanctuary for a variety of animals, including a dog, a cat, chickens, and a thriving collection of plants. When she’s not tending to her green space, Missy enjoys paddleboarding on Missouri’s scenic rivers, playing guitar, and crafting homemade candles.

Missy's Favorite Missouri Native:

Bee Balm (Monarda bradburiana)