Articulate Your Strengths: Lessons from Lisa Gibson

May 21

Lisa Gibson shares her unique journey from criminology to a successful career in communications. She discusses the importance of adaptability in the workplace, especially during times of change, and offers insights into effective communication strategies for organizations undergoing transitions. Lisa emphasizes the significance of personal branding, overcoming imposter syndrome, and the role of AI in professional development. She also highlights the value of mentorship and the necessity of asking for what you want in your career. Lisa Gibson is the President & Founder of Ignite Communications. She is an award-winning and well-respected communications executive, best-selling author and speaker with thirty years of experience working forsome of the world’s largest brands. Prior to starting her consulting company, Lisa was the Chief of Staff and Head of Communications for Microsoft Canada.Lisa has a strong reputation for solving complex business problems through strategic communications and delivering best-in-class communication programs.The best-selling author of “Shine the Spotlight on You!” she regularly speaks about personal branding, overcoming imposter syndrome, AI & Comms, and women in STEM.

With more than 25 years of experience, Lisa is an award-winning and well-respected communications executive and speaker. Lisa is a trusted advisor, who has more than a decade of experience working closely with CEO's and their executive teams from high profile organizations includingMicrosoft, Target and Canadian Tire.

Over the course of her career, she has built a reputation for solving complex business problems through strategic communications and delivering best-in-class public relations, employee and executive communication programs. She is amember of the board of The Shine Foundation and volunteers her time to mentor new and budding PR talent.

When Lisa is not working, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking, travelling and listening to podcasts.