Lisa Hawkins
About Lisa Hawkins
Lisa Hawkins serves as the Director of Strategy & Operations at Replica, having previously held various roles in organizations such as Palantir Technologies and the Sorenson Impact Center. She holds a Master's Degree in Development Studies from the University of Cambridge and a Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Political Science, and Communication from the University of Utah.
Current Role at Replica
Lisa Hawkins serves as the Director of Strategy & Operations at Replica, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing strategic initiatives and operational processes within the organization. Her work is based in New York, where she operates on-site to ensure effective implementation of strategies that align with the company's goals.
Previous Experience at Palantir Technologies
Prior to her current role, Lisa Hawkins worked at Palantir Technologies in various capacities. She began as a Recruiting Coordinator from 2018 to 2019, followed by a position as a Research Analyst from 2019 to 2020. She then transitioned to a Deployment Strategist role, where she served from 2020 to 2023. Her tenure at Palantir Technologies spanned nearly five years, during which she contributed to both recruitment and strategic deployment efforts.
Educational Background
Lisa Hawkins holds a Master’s Degree in Development Studies from the University of Cambridge, which she completed from 2016 to 2017. She also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Political Science, and Communication from the University of Utah, where she studied from 2011 to 2016. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in strategy and operations.
Internship and Early Career Experience
Lisa's early career includes several internships that provided her with diverse experiences. She interned at Maitri India in 2013, Stepping Stones International in 2014, and the State of Utah in 2012. Additionally, she worked as a Global Programming Assistant at the Hinckley Institute of Politics from 2012 to 2016, where she gained valuable insights into political programming and operations.
Role at Sorenson Impact Center
Lisa Hawkins had two roles at the Sorenson Impact Center. She first served as a Student Associate from 2014 to 2015, contributing to global impact investing initiatives. Later, she worked as an Associate for nine months in 2015. These positions allowed her to engage with impact-driven projects and develop her strategic thinking skills.