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Lucy Ann  Visovatti

Lucy Ann Visovatti

Ann Arbor

Summary

Dynamic talk show host with over four decades of experience in radio and television. Skilled in public speaking, community engagement, and effective communication, consistently producing compelling content that fosters audience connection.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

Talk Show Host

1290 AM, 107.1 FM, 1050 AM, 1600 AM
Ann Arbor
08.1983 - Current
  • Veteran of the local radio scene for more than 40 years, hosting morning shows on both talk and music stations
  • Began career as Assistant News Director on WAAM 1600 AM
  • Filed news reports for national networks, including NBC and Mutual Radio News
  • Voiceover talent on numerous projects for local and national accounts
  • Pioneered the first on-air Michigan Football Tailgate Show in 1983, a production that continued for 25 years. Hired in 2008 to co-host the Michigan Football Tailgate Show on the syndicated Michigan Football Network for IMG and the University of Michigan.

Partner

Lance & Erskine Communications
Ann Arbor
01.2009 - 09.2025
  • Produce and host "The Lucy Ann Lance Show" on Cumulus Ann Arbor Talk Station 1290 WLBY
  • Obtain and manage client sponsorships to support show initiatives
  • Develop and implement social media campaigns for sponsors using show content

Assistant Program Manager

CTN Cable 16, 17, 18, 19 - City of Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor
01.1981 - 10.2011
  • Coordinated public, educational, and government programming to address community needs.
  • Produced and hosted public affairs programs to engage audiences effectively.
  • Facilitated public training programs through collaboration with team members.
  • Managed intern program to develop skills and enhance contributions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
04-1983

Skills

  • Interview expertise
  • Community engagement
  • Public speaking
  • Team leadership
  • Client management
  • Social media strategy
  • Brand promotion
  • Event planning

Accomplishments

  • Bestowed with the Michigan Small Business Journalist of the Year Award from the U.S. Small Business Administration.
  • Recipient of Business Review’s “Most Influential Women” Award
  • First recipient of the Miss America Women of Achievement Award from the Miss Washtenaw Scholarship Program.
  • Saluted with the Spectrum Spirit Award, the Torchbearer Award from the Huron Valley Girl Scouts
  • Recipient of the Ambassador Award from the Ann Arbor Area Convention & Visitors Bureau.
  • Helped raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for local charities as a volunteer and event emcee.
  • President, Board of Directors for the Villas of Bella Vista condo association

Timeline

Partner

Lance & Erskine Communications
01.2009 - 09.2025

Talk Show Host

1290 AM, 107.1 FM, 1050 AM, 1600 AM
08.1983 - Current

Assistant Program Manager

CTN Cable 16, 17, 18, 19 - City of Ann Arbor
01.1981 - 10.2011

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

University of Michigan