About me
Lisa is a global citizen of Egyptian heritage and an economic development strategist, entrepreneur, investor, and community builder with 25 years of international experience. She works with governments, corporations, investors, and entrepreneurs to design the systems that transform innovation into sustainable economic growth.
Over the course of her career, Lisa has advised more than 150 organizations and entrepreneurs while helping deploy over $80 million in capital. Her expertise spans strategy, ecosystem development, and capital alignment, helping high-growth ventures scale while mobilizing the institutions, partners, and infrastructure that enable thriving and stable economies. Her work spans the United States and emerging markets, including Africa, Central America, and Southeast Asia, where she operates at the intersection of technology, economic development, and culture.