About LYR Ventures

Lori Rostad-Morrison

Principal LYR Ventures

Lori is an independent Consultant for TV and Radio stations, assisting with ad sales, analysis and development.  With over 30 years in Corporate Advertising Sales, Lori understands network, national and local ad sales, and assists stations in  identifying ways to maximize revenue growth.

Dillard Morrison

Principal LYR Ventures

​Dillard is an independent Producer, Director, and seasoned DP with over 30 years of experience in TV/video production.  He has worked on thousands of projects nationally and internationally shooting corporate, commercial, documentary and TV series.

Our Partners

Brian McNamara

Graphics Producer/Editor

With over 30 years’ experience as a Producer, Editor, and Graphics Designer, Brian has produced several television music series, is a seasoned event manager, and has produced live corporate events for many Fortune 500 companies.
Brian uses his trademark skills of creativity, design, engineering, and problem solving to enable our clients to excel at producing large and small corporate events and meetings.

Brynmore Williams

Documentary Director/Cinematographer

Brynmore Williams’ unique approach is characterized by the skillful combination of directing, shooting, and editing to bring out stories that may be hiding in plain sight. His talent lies in asking great questions, engaging with people authentically, and placing the subject’s voice and experience at the forefront; discarding tired tropes for a fresh and impactful narrative. Brynmore is a distinguished creative force with a remarkable ability to capture and celebrate compelling stories. With over two decades of experience, Brynmore has garnered numerous awards for his work in documentaries and commercials, showcasing a distinctive style marked by rich storytelling depth and visual complexity that resonates across diverse audiences.

 

Robert Merkle

Director of Streaming Productions

Robert is a seasoned industry expert who stands at the forefront of video production and live streaming expertise, empowering producers, agencies, organizations, and brands to bring their events to life. From grand conferences to intimate meetings, festivals, performances, product launches, and brand activations, Robert specializes in crafting live, hybrid, multisite, and interactive experiences that resonate. As a leader in the Event Tech industry, Robert is dedicated to blurring the line between traditional and online events.