Lisa Gilliss
About Lisa Gilliss
Lisa Gilliss serves as the Chief of the Innovation Program at the Government of Canada, where she has worked since 2021. With extensive experience in learning and development across various government agencies and international organizations, she advocates for innovative practices in public service.
Current Role at Government of Canada
Lisa Gilliss currently serves as the Chief of the Innovation Program at the Government of Canada. She has held this position since 2021, focusing on enhancing innovation within public service. Her role involves developing strategies that promote creativity and forward-thinking approaches to problem-solving in government operations.
Previous Experience at Government of Canada
Lisa Gilliss has extensive experience at the Government of Canada, having worked in various roles. She served as Deputy Director General (EX/Acting) in Employee Development for 10 months in 2018-2019. Additionally, she was the Head of Talent Management/Learning and Development from 2014 to 2015 and Chief of Talent Management/Talent Development from 2015 to 2021. Her contributions have focused on enhancing employee development and talent management strategies.
Experience at Royal Canadian Mounted Police
Gilliss worked at the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) in several capacities. She was a Manager in the Technology Assisted Learning Unit from 2007 to 2013 and served as a Senior Learning Consultant from 2006 to 2007. Her work involved developing learning programs and integrating technology into training initiatives.
Educational Background
Lisa Gilliss holds a Master’s degree in Education from the University of Ottawa, which she completed between 2005 and 2008. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Psychology from St. Thomas University from 1995 to 1999. Her educational background supports her expertise in learning and development.
Advocacy and Professional Focus
Gilliss advocates for risk-taking and learning from failures as vital elements of innovation and transformation in public service. She emphasizes the importance of courage and conviction in leading organizational change. Her work reflects a strong commitment to integrating learning technologies to enhance talent development programs.