Lyssa L. Thaden

Vice President, Operations at AccessLex Institute

Lyssa L. Thaden has extensive work experience in the field of education and financial capability. Lyssa L. currently holds the position of Vice President, Product at AccessLex Institute, where they oversee the development and management of educational programs and resources. Prior to this, Thaden served as the Vice President, Helix Bar Review Engagement and Managing Director, Bar Review Program Engagement at the same institute. Lyssa L. has also held the roles of Managing Director, Center for Education and Financial Capability and Director of Financial Education at AccessLex Institute.

Thaden's previous experience includes working as an Adjunct Professor at Eastern Washington University, where they developed online curriculum and taught sociology courses. Lyssa L. also served as the Owner and Consultant at Pigtails Group, providing consulting services.

Thaden has a strong background in financial education. Lyssa L. worked at American Student Assistance as the Manager, Partner Education, overseeing the development of financial education materials and offerings. Lyssa L. also served as the Financial Education Content Development Manager and Financial Education Consultant at the same organization.

Before joining American Student Assistance, Thaden worked as the Director of Development at Saint George's School, where they managed fundraising activities and led marketing and public relations efforts. Lyssa L. also held the position of Senior Client Relations Manager at EDFUND, where they were responsible for business development and client training in the student loan guarantee field.

Thaden's early career includes roles as the Financial Literacy Project Coordinator at Washington State University, where they developed and implemented financial literacy training programs, and as a Financial Aid Counselor at Gonzaga University. Lyssa L. also served as the Director of Annual Giving and Admissions Counselor at Rocky Mountain College.

Overall, Thaden's work experience spans various leadership and educational roles, with a focus on financial education and program development.

Lyssa L. Thaden has a diverse education history. Lyssa L. holds a PhD in Sociology from Washington State University. Additionally, they obtained a Master of Arts degree in Organizational Leadership from Gonzaga University. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Rocky Mountain College, where they studied Computer Science and Math Education.

Furthermore, Lyssa has acquired additional certifications to enhance their skill set. In 2008, they obtained the Accredited Financial Counselor certification from AFCPE® (Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education®). Additionally, they received the Sales Growth Certificate from Cornell University in June 2020.

These educational achievements demonstrate Lyssa's commitment to expanding their knowledge and expertise in various fields.

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Timeline

  • Vice President, Operations

    October 1, 2023 - present

  • Vice President Product

    April, 2022

  • Vice President Helix Bar Review Engagement

    April, 2021

  • Managing Director Bar Review Program Engagement

    June, 2019

  • Managing Director Center For Education And Financial Capability

    March, 2017

  • Director Of Financial Education

    March, 2016