Lisa Noland M.p.a., A.s.b.c.

Lisa Noland, M.P.A., A.S.B.C. has a diverse work experience. Lisa is currently the Alaska Women's Business Center Director at Business Impact NW, where they support the start-up and growth of women-owned businesses. Prior to this, they served as the Executive Director at Hospice Of Anchorage and the Corporate Compliance Officer at The Arc of Anchorage. Lisa also held the position of Chief Executive Officer at Consumers Having Options in Creating Effective Services, Inc. (CHOICES). Additionally, Lisa has worked as a Grants & Program Director at AWAIC, Director of Marketing and Business Development at Anchorage Chamber of Commerce, Chief Marketing Officer/Director of Specialized Services at The Arc of Anchorage, and Director of Community Support Services at Hope Community Resources. Earlier in their career, they were the O.A.R.S. Program Director at Community Connections Inc. - Alaska. Throughout their career, Lisa has demonstrated a commitment to community development, business growth, and supporting underserved populations.

Lisa Noland, M.P.A., A.S.B.C., has an extensive education history in the fields of public administration, social work, and electrolysis technician training. Lisa obtained their Bachelor of Social Work degree from Pacific Union College in 1991. In 1994, Lisa attended the Jane Riddle Institute of Electrolysis for a short-term program in electrolysis technician training.

In 2007, Lisa enrolled at Walden University, where they completed their Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) degree in 2010. Lisa'sfocus during this program was on nonprofit management and leadership within the field of public administration. Following the completion of their master's degree, Lisa pursued further education and is currently a doctoral candidate at Walden University, working towards a doctorate in Public Administration.

In addition to their academic achievements, Lisa has also obtained several certifications. In September 2022, they became an Accredited Small Business Consultant through the Association of Accredited Small Business Consultants®. In July 2022, Lisa completed the Doctoral Student Researchers program offered by CITI Program. Lisa also holds a Certificate in Executive Leadership Intensive (6th cohort), which they obtained in May 2020 from The Foraker Group.

It should be noted that there is a duplication of the Bachelor of Social Work degree from Pacific Union College without specified start and end years, indicating that Lisa may have pursued this degree at different times or in different formats.