Born and raised in Edmonds, WA, Lisa is excited to run for Legislative State Representative next to her hometown. After graduating from the University of Washington with a degree in Political Science, she moved to New York City, where she worked in the service industry and video production while engaging in leadership and development training. During this time, her passion for service blossomed through her involvement with Children International, co-founding a group that sponsored children in Zambia and organizing her first fundraising event.

In 2007, after the birth of her son, Lisa returned to Seattle to be closer to family. Despite the economic collapse in 2008, she secured a job leading charitable team-building events nationwide, working with Fortune 100 companies to enhance team effectiveness and joy. She later founded her own charitable team-building company sending care packages to military men and women serving abroad, and STEM kits to a school 100% below the poverty line.

Since 2020, Lisa has been active in grassroots politics, collaborating with educational groups to protect parental rights to advocate for school choice including private schools. Lisa is determined to address the current state of chaos and divisiveness by bringing her relationship-building skills to her role as a State Representative.

Growing up as a Republican in a household where my father owned a construction company deeply influenced my understanding of the world. From a young age, I witnessed firsthand the hardships and the ups and downs of being a small business owner. My father often spoke about the challenges he faced due to government regulations, which made it difficult for him to succeed.

My journey didn’t stop there. I’ve worked in various industries, from restaurants and theater to TV production, each role providing me with a unique perspective. Living in New York for ten years, especially in the diverse neighborhood of Queens, enriched my understanding of different cultures and viewpoints.

I want to bring this diverse experience and broad perspective to my role as a state representative. My background has equipped me with a deep appreciation for the struggles of small business owners and the importance of inclusive representation. I am committed to using my experiences to serve our community effectively and ensure that everyone’s voice is heard.