Lisa M. Polar Cebs, Mba

Lisa M. Polar has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Lisa M. is currently the Human Resources Director for Strada, a position they have held since August 2019. Prior to that, Lisa served as the Director of HR Operations at 84 Lumber from April 2018 to July 2019.

From 2011 to 2018, Lisa worked at Ketchum, first as a Talent Systems Manager and later as the Vice President, Talent Systems Manager. Lisa M. was responsible for managing talent systems and played a key role in talent acquisition and development strategies.

Before joining Ketchum, Lisa worked at the Pittsburgh Business Group on Health as the Director of Member Services and Development from 2006 to 2008. Lisa M. also held the position of Manager, Health and Welfare Benefits at Ketchum from 1998 to 2006.

Lisa began their career at PNC Bank, where they worked as a Client Service Officer and Trust Officer from 1994 to 1997.

With their extensive experience in human resources and talent management, as well as their background in client services and trust management, Lisa brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to their current role as the Human Resources Director at Strada.

Lisa M. Polar has an extensive education history. Lisa M. earned their Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Mathematics from Grove City College, which they attended from 1983 to 1987. Following their undergraduate studies, Lisa pursued their Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree with a concentration in Human Resources from the University of Pittsburgh Katz Graduate School of Business, which they completed in 1998.

Before their higher education journey, Lisa graduated from Montour High School in 1983.

In addition to their formal education, Lisa has also obtained several certifications. Lisa M. earned the Senior Professional in Human Resources® (SPHR®) Certification from HRCI in April 2019. Furthermore, Lisa holds a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate from USF Corporate Training and Professional Education, which they obtained in May 2021.

Lisa is also a Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS), although the specific details about the institution and year they obtained this certification are not provided.