Lisa Smith

Lisa Smith is an accomplished professional with a diverse educational background and extensive experience in program management, operations, and executive assistance.

She holds a Master of Science (MS) degree in Peace Operations from George Mason University's Schar School of Policy and Government, a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Political Science and Government from The George Washington University, and she also studied at Williston Northampton School.

Lisa has held various roles in prominent organizations, including the United States Institute of Peace where she served as a Senior Program Specialist, Program Specialist, Senior Program Assistant for the Africa Center, and Program Assistant for the Africa Team.

Her experience also extends to the private sector, having worked as a Project Manager at Accolade Partners and as an Executive Assistant/Office Manager at the same organization.

Prior to that, she was an Executive Assistant at the U.S. Education Delivery Institute, Jeremy Rifkin Enterprises/The Foundation on Economic Trends, and an Executive Coordinator at Philabundance.

Lisa's early career includes roles such as a Field Organizer at the Pennsylvania Democratic Party, an Executive Assistant at The Gilman Group, and an Intern at the Office of Congressman John W. Olver.

Her rich educational background, combined with her extensive professional experience, showcases a well-rounded individual with a strong foundation in policy, government, and program management.