Who is BlueSky Media?
Nothing but blue skies ahead.
At BlueSky Media LLC, we shine a light on the People, Places & Possibilities shaping the future of Kansas City—with more cities coming soon!
Our mission is to amplify the stories behind commercial and residential development, design, and lifestyle—from groundbreaking projects and visionary creatives to the brands, spaces, and people redefining how we live, work, and thrive.
Through our weekly newsletter, BlueSky Brief, our monthly content series, and our dynamic events, we spotlight the industries and individuals driving Kansas City forward. Whether your focus is healthcare, industrial, multifamily, retail, municipal, or hospitality, if you’re building something bold, we help you tell that story.
BlueSky Media elevates your brand with powerful visibility, meaningful content, and connections that make a difference.
Contact Us:
Email: manager@goblueskymedia.com
Call or Text: 816.509-1520
The BlueSky Crew
Lisa J. Shackelford, CPSM
Founder
With decades of experience in AEC and CRE marketing, Lisa brings strategic expertise, creative vision, and a passion for helping others succeed. Over the years, she has built a vast and meaningful network of relationships that allow her—and those she connects—to thrive in business endeavors. She loves mentoring future leaders, fostering connections, and driving growth through collaboration.
A proud University of Nebraska–Lincoln alum, Lisa is also committed to giving back to the community, staying active, cheering on the Huskers and Chiefs, and enjoying time with family and friends.
Marcia Charney
Contributing Writer
Marcia brings a unique blend of legal expertise and storytelling to BlueSky Media. An attorney specializing in complex commercial real estate and business transactions—including multi-million-dollar acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and title insurance—she is licensed in Kansas and Missouri and has represented landlords, tenants, lenders, borrowers, and developers nationwide.
A Northwestern University alum (B.S.J.) and J.D. graduate from UMKC, Marcia is an active CREW member and has worked closely with Lisa for over five years, attending events and crafting engaging article recaps.
