Lisa Biggs

Lisa Biggs is the VP and Chief Accounting Officer at the Gemological Institute of America. Prior to joining GIA, Lisa worked for Deloitte & Touche for 12 years, specializing in accounting and auditing for life science, healthcare, and not-for-profit industries. Lisa is a native of San Diego and has been very involved in the business community through their involvement with local professional organizations and with alumni from Deloitte and the University of San Diego. Lisa also leads a team of approximately 20 people that complete the 60 mile Susan G. Komen 3 Day Walk annually in San Diego, fundraising on average $50,000 per year with proceeds directed towards the education, early detection and cure for breast cancer.

Lisa Biggs attended the University of San Diego, where they earned a Bachelors of Accountancy with a minor in Spanish.

Lisa Biggs reports to Susan M. Jacques, President & CEO. Some of their coworkers include Lisa Garris - VP, Human Resources, Richard Pesqueira - VP, Business Development, North America, and David J. Tearle - SVP & CFO.