About Lisa Gable
Lisa Gable is a Wall Street Journal (WSJ) and USA Today bestselling author, renowned for her award-winning book, Turnaround: How to Change Course When Things Are Going South. Recognized globally as a turnaround mastermind, she has successfully led transformations in private and public organizations as a CEO, U.S. Ambassador, UN Delegate, and Fortune 500 advisor...
…Lisa is highly respected in business, political, and philanthropic circles for her ability to address complex challenges with discipline, diplomacy, and strategic execution. She currently serves as the Chairperson of World in 2050, a futuristic think tank under the Diplomatic Courier Global Affairs Media Network, and as a Distinguished Fellow at the Hunt Institute for Engineering and Humanity at SMU Lyle School of Engineering in Dallas, Texas.
As the former CEO of FARE, the world’s largest food allergy research organization, Lisa secured $100 million in funding commitments over three years. She has also held leadership roles at PepsiCo and the Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation, driving national health and wellness initiatives.
In 2004, President George W. Bush appointed Lisa as U.S. Ambassador and Commissioner General to the 2005 Aichi World EXPO, making her the first woman in the 170-year history of World’s Fairs to lead the U.S. Pavilion, a $33.7 million privately funded project.
Named one of 2022’s 10 Most Influential Business Leaders by CXO Magazine, Lisa is a mentor, entrepreneur, and board member dedicated to helping organizations and individuals reach their full potential. She has served on the boards of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Girl Scouts of the USA, and Thunderbird School of Global Management. She also supports initiatives such as the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative’s Rare as One Project and advises startups in the health and wellness industry.