About Lisa
Integrating Evidence-Based Approaches with Strategic Insight
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Leadership & Transformation Specialist
I’m Lisa Beach, PhD—an expert in evidence-based leadership development and personal transformation. With over 22 years of experience spanning academic research, executive coaching, and strategic development, I help leaders and individuals create meaningful change through methodologies that integrate analytical excellence with advanced pattern recognition.
My academic foundation in research methodology and data analysis, combined with extensive practical experience, allows me to offer a uniquely comprehensive approach to leadership development and personal transformation that delivers measurable results.
Today, I work with executives looking to enhance their leadership effectiveness, professionals seeking career transformation, and organizations developing their human capital. My approach is systematic, research-informed, and focused on creating meaningful outcomes that align with both organizational goals and authentic human potential.
Professional Credentials
Academic Background
- PhD in Public Health – Community Health Promotion and Education (2008)
- Master of Public Health Management, A.T. Still University (2005)
- BS in Exercise Science, Ithaca College (2001)
- Research focus: Narrative inquiry methodology and strategic implementation
Teaching Experience
- Faculty at multiple universities including Kaplan, DeVry, and Canisius College
- Developed and delivered graduate-level curriculum
- Course design for both traditional and online learning environments
- Specialized in translating complex concepts into practical implementation
Organizational Experience
- Program management with the Department of Defense
- Leadership positions in wellness organizations
- Corporate wellness program development
- Strategic implementation across diverse organizational environments
Professional Development
- 20+ specialized certifications and advanced training programs
- International business experience (Japan)
- Cross-cultural communication and leadership development
- Ongoing research in decision science and leadership effectiveness
My Integrative Approach
Evidence-Based Methodology
My work is grounded in research and data-driven approaches. I integrate findings from organizational psychology, neuroscience, and behavior change research to create strategies that deliver measurable results.
Systems Thinking
Understanding the interconnected nature of leadership and wellness allows for more effective solutions. By identifying pattern relationships between seemingly separate aspects, I help clients create more comprehensive and sustainable change.
Advanced Pattern Recognition
Developing heightened situational awareness and strategic foresight gives leaders a competitive edge. My methodology includes specific practices to enhance decision-making through both analytical processing and intuitive pattern recognition.
This integrated approach addresses both tactical implementation and strategic vision, creating transformation at multiple levels. The result is leadership that is both more effective and more authentic, with decisi