Lisa Ogle

About Lisa Ogle

I lead strategic communications that clarify purpose, mobilize people around priorities and support work that genuinely matters. My career has grown at the intersection of storytelling, technology and public service, where organizations need someone who can translate complexity into clear direction and help teams move with confidence.I’ve guided enterprise initiatives, shaped brand identity, launched editorial and digital platforms, and built collaborative environments that unlock stronger outcomes. I’m skilled at aligning stakeholders across functions and levels, connecting strategy to execution and ensuring communication supports both the work and the people who rely on it.My approach blends creativity, operational discipline and a deep respect for accuracy and accessibility. I love partnering with experts, modernizing how information flows and making sure the real impact of a program or technology lands with the audiences who need it most. When challenges are high-stakes and highly technical, that’s where I do my best thinking.Stories are still at the heart of everything for me. Whether it’s a complex initiative, a regulatory shift or a human story that deserves the spotlight, I’m driven to help people understand why it matters and how strong communication can move missions forward.

Experience

1. Director of IT Engagement

   Texas Health and Human Services

   Nov 2025 — Present

   Lead strategic communications for the HHS IT Division, aligning technology, people and purpose to strengthen transparency and internal and external trust.* Direct a high-performing team developing communications that translate complex IT initiatives into clear outcomes.* Oversee communication planning and response for cybersecurity, emergency and high-priority initiatives.* Shape unified messaging and digital strategy across leadership, technical and enterprise stakeholders.* Foster collaboration across divisions to ensure consistent, credible and timely communication.

Education

• McLennan Community College

  Associate, Paralegal Studies

• The University of Texas at Austin

  Bachelor of Journalism, Journalism, concentration in magazine

Skills

• Copy Editing
• Fact-Checking
• Content Management
• Microsoft Office
• Newspaper
• Content Strategy
• Ap Style
• Legal Assistance
• Dti Pagination System
• Multimedia
• Newspaper Design
• Dti
• Storytelling
• Web Content
• Layout
• Web Editing
• Interviewing
• Social Media
• Editorial
• Proofreading
• Media Relations
• News Writing
• Ap Stylebook
• Headline Writing
• Incopy
• Feature Articles
• Online Journalism
• Breaking News
• Photography
• Pagination
• Magazines
• Journalism
• Indesign
• Writing
• Editing
• Newspapers
• Web Content Writing
• Blogging
• Research