Hi, I’m Lisa. I’m a Charlotte-based entrepreneur, business innovator and venture philanthropist who is passionate about reducing preventable harm. I’m also a fan of the arts and interested in technology and design.

As Principal of Kemo Sabe, I accelerate the commercialization of new medical technologies. Current clients include UNYQ 3D printed custom orthopedic and prosthetic devices and Novartis Neuroscience. Previously serving as CEO for Combat Medical, General Manager, Biomet Bracing, Vice President, Orthopaedics and General Manager, Spine at Ossur, I have been awarded 19 patents and have published research in Spine and The Journal of Neurosurgery.

I like volunteering in our community as a way of giving back. As a partner with Social Venture Partners, a philanthropic organization that passionately attacks the issue of social and economic inequality, I’m proud to support our Charlotte’s most impactful social entrepreneurs. I serve on the organization's SEED20 Steering Committee, Investment Committee, Health and Wellness and Blue Sky Committees. As a SCORE mentor, I enjoy helping my clients build winning strategies, create compelling value propositions and differentiated business models for new products or services.

I earned my Bachelor’s in Fundamental Science (Bioengineering) from Lehigh University, and a Master’s in the Management of Technology from the School of Engineering and the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania.