10 African-American Film Producers Fueling The Business of Hollywood
Lisa Cortés
Cortés got her start in the entertainment business working at Def Jam before it was Def Jam. After spending fifteen years working in executive positions with top acts in the music industry, she went back to school and shifted gears into film. Working alongside Lee Daniels at his company, Cortés production credits include The Woodsman, Shadowboxer, Monster’s Ball and the Oscar-nominated Precious. “Throughout my career I’ve been fortunate to have positions that are as exciting as they are engaging,” said Cortés. “I really enjoy the dynamic of working with artists and business people.”