Lisa Conn

Lisa Conn is the Co-Founder and CEO of Gatheround, a platform designed to enhance workplace connections through interactive video meetings. She has played a pivotal role in helping organizations like Disney and GE foster inclusive and supportive cultures, especially in remote work settings.12

Career Background

Before her current role at Gatheround, which she co-founded in 2018, Lisa held various significant positions:

• Facebook: She was the Head of Common Ground and Polarization, where she focused on developing products aimed at reducing societal polarization and fostering empathy among users.12

• MIT Media Lab: Lisa contributed to projects that analyzed public sentiment during the 2016 U.S. Presidential election, notably through the Electome initiative, which visualized ideological polarization on social media.12

• FWD.us: As the National Organizing Director, she led large-scale community organizing efforts, and she also worked on President Obama's campaigns, serving as a regional field director in Florida.12

Education and Recognition

Lisa holds a Bachelor’s degree from New York University and an MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management. Her contributions to social change and technology have earned her recognition, including a spot on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list in 2018.123

Current Focus

At Gatheround, Lisa aims to bridge the gap in virtual interactions, striving to create a sense of community that mimics in-person connections. Her leadership reflects a commitment to enhancing workplace culture through innovative technology solutions.4