Lisa Boyd

About Lisa Boyd

I’m a workforce development professional with 25+ years of experience designing, leading, and scaling programs that create meaningful impact. My background spans the non-profit, government, and private sectors, giving me a well-rounded perspective on service delivery and innovation. Current RoleAt Equus, I lead operations across TANF, WIOA, childcare services, contact centers, and homeless support programs. Expertise· Program Development & Strategic Planning· Grant Writing & Fund Development· Customer-Centered Service Design· Operational Leadership· Team Building & Talent Development What Drives MeI started my career on the front lines, and that experience continues to shape how I lead. I’m passionate about building systems that work for people—and about mentoring the next generation of leaders in our field. EducationBachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Sociology from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee.Let’s connect if you’re passionate about equity, innovation, and impact in human services.

Experience

1. Project Director

   Equus Workforce Solutions

   Sep 2025 — Present · US

Education

• University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

  Master's Degree, Sociology

  1990 — 1996

Skills

• Event Planning
• Performance Management
• Workshop Facilitation
• Philanthropy
• Career Counseling
• Grant Writing
• Leadership
• Conflict Resolution
• Policy Analysis
• Social Services
• Case Managment
• Microsoft Office
• Youth Development
• Government
• Nonprofits
• Program Management
• Proposal Writing
• Change Management
• Case Management
• Community Organizing
• Program Development
• Team Building
• Management
• Resume Writing
• Fundraising
• Strategic Planning
• Employee Relations
• Training
• Volunteer Management
• Non-Profits
• Program Evaluation
• Leadership Development
• Research
• Community Outreach
• Community Development
• Staff Development
• Policy
• Workforce Development
• Customer Service
• Grants