The Good Stuff at Innovative Growth, LLC.

Lisa believes that strong local governments are essential to strong communities. They are not only providers of vital services but also the closest connection most people have to democratic decision-making. That’s why she focuses her work on helping local units of government build community by operating more effectively, adapting to changing needs, and ensuring that both leadership and residents have a voice in shaping their future.

With a background in organizational change and a deep respect for public service, Lisa supports local governments through challenges like growth, restructuring, public engagement, and resource constraints. She understands the pressure to do more with less—and the importance of aligning internal capacity with community expectations.

Her approach is practical and collaborative. Lisa works side-by-side with stakeholders to implement strategies that strengthen the team to improve responsiveness, transparency, and long-term stability. Whether it’s refining internal processes, reshaping service delivery, connecting to external sources, or developing new models for civic engagement, she brings clarity to complexity and a steady focus on impact.

At the core of Lisa’s work is a belief that local voices must be heard—not just during elections, but in everyday governance. She helps organizations create space for meaningful dialogue, build trust with their constituents, and lead change in a way that reflects the character and needs of the people they serve. In a time when many communities feel disconnected from their institutions, Lisa's work helps ensure local governments remain grounded, effective, and accountable to those they represent.

Lisa specializes in solving complex, high-stakes challenges that impact the performance and sustainability of organizations. As an experienced management consultant, she serves as an impartial, strategic advisor—able to assess an organization’s systems, structures, finances, and operations with objectivity and clarity. Her role involves deeply analyzing the root causes of inefficiencies, missed opportunities, or underperformance and delivering tailored recommendations that are both practical and evidence-based.

Lisa's consulting approach is grounded in rigorous data collection, stakeholder input, and comprehensive research. Whether an organization is navigating growth, restructuring, financial distress, cultural misalignment, or strategic uncertainty, Lisa provides insights that support decisive action. Her solutions not only address immediate pain points but are designed to position organizations for long-term success.

Through her collaborative yet analytical style, Lisa helps leaders make informed decisions, align teams, and drive measurable improvements in both financial outcomes and operational performance. Her work has helped public, private, and nonprofit organizations identify untapped potential, eliminate redundancies, modernize systems, and improve service delivery with confidence and clarity.

At the heart of every successful organization is its people—and Lisa understands that lasting transformation begins with aligning people, structure, and strategy. She brings deep expertise in organizational design, workforce development, and change leadership to help organizations navigate complexity and unlock their full potential.

Lisa approaches organizational change as both a science and an art: balancing the drive for innovation and growth with the need for streamlined structures, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement. She works closely with leadership teams to clarify goals, uncover misalignments, and develop actionable roadmaps that are rooted in the organization’s mission, culture, and capacity.

By combining functional expertise with proven analytical frameworks, Lisa equips leaders with the insights and tools needed to manage transitions, restructure teams, optimize workflows, and elevate performance. Her approach is people-centered, data-informed, and impact-driven—ensuring that transformation efforts are not only well-designed but also effectively implemented and embraced by those who make the work happen.

Whether leading a culture shift, scaling operations, or responding to external pressures, Lisa helps organizations build the agility and resilience needed to thrive in a constantly evolving environment.