Lisa Spencer Biography
Lisa Spencer is an American Meteorologist working for WSMV, serving as the chief meteorologist. Her forecasts air on weekdays at 4, 5, 6, 6:30, and 10 p.m.
Lisa Spencer Age
Spencer was born on March 27th in Jackson, Tennessee, but has not disclosed the year in which she was born. However, she might be in her 50s, judging from her appearance. Spencer celebrates her birthday on March 27th, as evidenced by her Twitter bio “Born March 27.”
Lisa Spencer Height
Spencer stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 6 inches.
Lisa Spencer Family
Spencer grew up in Jackson, Tennessee, has managed to keep her personal life away from the limelight; hence, she has not disclosed any details about her parents. It is also unknown if Spencer has any siblings.
Lisa Spencer Husband
Spencer is married and has two adult children and two dogs named Lyla and Lily Belle. She is active in her church as a featured soloist and a member of her church’s band, Rock of Ages.
Lisa Spencer Net Worth
Spencer has an estimated net worth of between $1 million-$5 million, which she has earned through her successful career as a meteorologist.
Lisa Spencer Salary
Spencer earns an annual salary ranging from $ 45,000 – $ 110,500.
Lisa Spencer WSMV
Spencer is working at WSMV alongside other famous WSMV meteorologists, anchors, and reporters, including;
- Tracy Kornet
- Marius Payton
- Lauren Lowrey
- Holly Thompson
- Amanda Hara
- Carole Sullivan
- Lydia Fielder
- Brendan Tierney
- Steve Mehling
Lisa Spencer Education
Spencer studied at the University of Memphis, where she received a Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Communications and a Master’s degree in Geography, concentrating in Atmospheric Sciences. She also has an Associate degree from Jackson State Community College and a Certificate of Meteorology from Mississippi State University.
Lisa Spencer Career
Spencer is working for WSMV, serving as the chief meteorologist. In this role, she is happy to lead the most experienced weather team in Middle Tennessee. Her forecasts air on weekdays at 4, 5, 6, 6:30, and 10 p.m.
Spencer has spent her career as a forecaster in the southeast, including stints as a weekend weathercaster at WHBQ in Memphis to chief meteorologist in Raleigh. She even spent 5 years at The Weather Channel in Atlanta. However, there is no place like home, and she has enjoyed serving Middle Tennessee with a smile on sunny days and a calm voice during severe storms.
During her career, Spencer won the “Broadcaster of the Year” Award from the National Weather Association and the Award for Broadcasting Excellence by the American Meteorological Society. Moreover, she won nine regional Emmys for her weather broadcasts, including the historic 2010 May Flood. She has won 5 “Best Weather Anchor” Awards from the Tennessee Associated Press.
Community Work
Active in the community, Spencer shared her enthusiasm for weather by annually speaking to thousands of school children. She created a YouTube Channel of science and weather lessons for children and teachers to use. Further, she released her first children’s book, “How Do Meteorologist Predict the Future? A Book About Meteorology.”
Spencer talks to numerous church and civic groups about the weather. She works on the board of directors for Book’em, a Nashville literacy organization. Moreover, she sits on the board of Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue, where she fosters dogs until “forever homes” can be found for them.
Spencer regularly volunteers and is a former board member of The Last Minute Toy Store. Additionally, she leads the Christmas in July Bike Drive to collect bikes for LMTS. Previously, she worked as vice president of the National Weather Association and President of the Middle Tennessee Chapter of the National Weather Association.
Spencer serves as a member of the American Meteorological Society and even worked as chairman of the Broadcast Board. She holds the Seal of Approval from the National Weather Association and was the first woman to receive the AMS’s CBM (Certified Broadcast Meteorologist) seal.
Lisa Spencer Social Media Platforms
She is active on her social media accounts and often posts on her Instagram, Facebook, and X(formerly known as Twitter). She has over 22K followers on Facebook, over 3K on Instagram, and over 10K on X.