Lily Lammers

Meet Lily Lammers, a true inspiration! At just 16, she faced a daunting anxiety disorder. To cope, Lily immersed herself in the world of media, specifically movies, comics, and video games. Little did she know, her love for voice acting would lead to an incredible journey. “After meeting Wendee Lee, the voice behind [the popular Japanese character] ‘Haruhi Suzumiya,’ I realized my dream was within reach,” Lily shares. Today, she’s not only a gifted voice artist working on top video games but a mental health advocate on a mission. Her goal? To break down the barriers around mental health and disabilities. Read our new Member Stories spotlight and join us in celebrating Lily’s journey and her commitment to being a beacon of hope and making a positive impact on so many lives.

What is the key to finding success in the entertainment industry?

“Luck! Okay, there’s a lot more factors to it than that, but a lot of it is luck. But the real key is perseverance. We all want everything to happen overnight and to suddenly wake up rich and famous. For most of us, it’s going to be a slower process. You have to get used to waiting, you have to get used to slow periods, and above all, you have to get used to rejection.”

What inspired you to want to pursue voice acting?

“I’ve been interested in acting from a young age, and when I realized voice acting was a job you could do, I’d practice different voices. However, I didn’t think it was something I could actually achieve. Later, I found a voice coach and started getting bookings on projects like Quantum Leap and Fire Emblem Heroes. It feels so dramatic to say, but acting really saved my life. What inspires me now is that I might be able to help someone similarly. I’ve been at a place where it felt like there was no way things would ever get better. I want to tell others in that position that they’re not alone, and even getting through each day is something worth celebrating.”

How does First Entertainment benefit you as a creator of entertainment?

“First Entertainment offers many benefits, but providing loans for SAG membership is especially cool!”

How is First Entertainment different from other financial institutions you’ve banked with in the past?

“I’ve only ever banked with First Entertainment Credit Union and have always enjoyed it.”

What has your experience been like using our digital banking?

“I use digital banking all the time! It’s so fast and easy that I rarely have to visit a branch.”