As the Director of Culture & People at ARAG, Lisa provides vision, strategic leadership and operational management aligning with the strategic direction and culture of the company. She oversees a full range of functions including talent acquisition, organizational design and effectiveness, performance management, employee relations, compensation and benefits, succession management and team member learning and development. Lisa is fiercely dedicated to creating and protecting cultures where team members and organizations thrive.
Lisa has 20+ years of progressive experience in the human resources field with both small and large organizations in the banking, telecommunications and insurance industries. Lisa graduated from Northwest Missouri State University with a bachelor's degree in personnel management. She is certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), a Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) and is member of Society for Human Resources Management. She is an active member of National American Business Women’s Association (ABWA), as well as the local ABWA West Des Moines chapter where she serves as a Board member.