About

As an experienced and energetic Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) professional speaker and facilitator, Lisa specializes in counteracting unconscious bias and LGBTQ+ inclusion. Her impact is amplified through strengthening each person's allyship. With a demonstrated history of working in the world of education and a passion toward community and social services, she is an expert in counseling, crisis intervention, educational leadership, and program development. Her TEDx Talk is called, "Allies Save Lives."  She has also authored, "Be An Inclusion Ally: ABCs of LGBTQ+."

Lisa has earned her LGBT Business Enterprise from the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce, her Diversity & Inclusion Certifcation from Cornell University and holds the Inclusion Institute Certified Diversity Practitioner Certification (IICDP), and a Master's degree in Counseling. Being an expert in LGBTQ+ issues has allowed her to present internationally and from coast to coast on Turtle Island.
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Oh, and mint makes her sneeze.

popular Programs

3 Ways to become a better lgbtq+ Ally in business and in life
How can you help a friend who’s nervous about coming out? Or stick up for a fellow employee when homophobia is sneaking its way into the workplace? In this lively, interactive session, we will learn current vocabulary and statistics to make a difference and watch our communities thrive!
 
  • Learn the power of sharing your stories to promote equality
  • Discover ways to show your support for the LGBTQ+ community
  • Develop a plan to shape your work culture to be more welcoming and inclusive
 
Duration: 60 minutes virtually, 90 minutes in person
​​Supporting our transgender & gender expansive community
Pronouns, restrooms, vocabulary, and the latest laws will all be covered in this informative yet light-hearted presentation.  Statistics, stories, and shared experiences will give us a glimpse into the best way to support our TNG and QTBIPOC friends.  From flags to symbols we will explore how to SHOW our allyship, SHIFT mindsets and perceptions to SHAPE policies to save lives!
  • Learn the correct and most current language and vocabulary
  • Walk away with resources for your future learning
  • Have FUN & Save Lives!
 
Duration: 60 minutes virtually, 90 minutes in person
fostering an inclusive climate
You’ve worked hard to develop a strong service culture at your organization. Yet without an inclusive climate, both your consumers and your team may feel like this isn’t the right place for them. So how does your climate influence your culture? How do you bridge any gaps in your climate to become more inclusive? And who sets the climate in your organization? Through a series of discussions and activities, participants will: 
  • Define an inclusive climate
  • Understand how microaggressions deter inclusion
  • Examine the critical role of leadership in setting your climate
  • Explore the dynamics of inclusive climates
  • Assess the inclusiveness of your company’s climate
 
Duration: 60 minutes virtually, 90 minutes in person

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