Leadership for Educational Equity
Lisa Contreras has a diverse and extensive work history in communications and public relations. Lisa currently serves as the Director of Campaign Communications at Leadership for Educational Equity, where they oversee campaign messaging and media relations. Prior to this, Lisa was the President of Marisol Public Relations, where they developed and managed comprehensive communications and marketing plans for non-profit organizations. Lisa also served as the Director of Communications for both Vista Unified School District and Oceanside Unified School District, where they led strategic planning and served as the district spokesperson. Lisa has also held communications roles at the San Diego County Office of Education and the County of San Diego, where they managed various communication programs. Lisa started their career at Nickelodeon as a Current Series Manager, where they coordinated the launch of The Brothers Garcia. Lisa has a strong track record of successfully implementing communications strategies and building relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Lisa Contreras received their Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcast Communications (Radio and Television) from San Francisco State University in 1996.
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Leadership for Educational Equity
LEE is a diverse network of equity-minded leaders at all stages of life and career. By providing 1:1 coaching, meaningful member-to-member connections, and skill-building opportunities, we help our network members do the work needed to ensure an equitable education for children everywhere – whether that’s organizing within their local communities, exploring careers in policy and advocacy, or pursuing elected office. LEE is a free membership organization currently open to alumni of several partner organizations including Teach For America, the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI), New Leaders, Latinos for Education, Urban Teachers, Public Allies, and School Board Partners. LEE believes that when a diverse group of leaders, grounded in a commitment to equity, are in leadership roles, they will serve as a transformative force for and with students and communities. We are an outcomes-oriented organization that operates in an entrepreneurial environment deeply invested in continuous improvement. LEE is honored to have been selected as a LATINA Style 50 Award recipient and a When Work Works award recipient. We are also an Employer of National Service. If you would like to become part of our team and join the fight for educational equity, or if you would simply like to learn more, please visit educationalequity.org.