Lisa Pirkle
About Lisa Pirkle
Lisa Pirkle serves as the Director of Compensation at Synovus, where she has worked since 2016. She has extensive experience in compensation management, having held various leadership roles in organizations such as Worldpay, AT&T, and Ciba Vision.
Current Role at Synovus
Lisa Pirkle serves as the Director of Compensation at Synovus, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the compensation strategy and ensuring alignment with the company's overall objectives. Her expertise in compensation management plays a critical role in attracting and retaining talent within the organization. Based in Columbus, Georgia, she has contributed to the development of compensation frameworks that support Synovus's business goals.
Education and Expertise
Lisa Pirkle earned both her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees from The University of Georgia. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her extensive career in compensation management. She possesses specialized skills in preparing Compensation Discussion and Analysis (CD&A) reports, which are essential for regulatory compliance. Additionally, she has expertise in merger integration, focusing on aligning compensation and benefits during corporate mergers.
Professional Background
Lisa Pirkle has a diverse professional background in compensation and human resources. Prior to her current role at Synovus, she worked at Worldpay as Vice President of Total Rewards from 2010 to 2016 in London, where she managed compensation strategies for a global workforce. She also held various positions at AT&T, including Executive Director and Director, from 2000 to 2005 and 1992 to 2000, respectively. Her earlier experience includes roles at Ciba Vision as Compensation Manager and First Union National Bank as Compensation Analyst.
Key Skills and Experience
Lisa Pirkle has extensive experience in HRIS management, which involves overseeing human resource information systems to enhance organizational efficiency. She is skilled in designing equity and variable pay plans, which are crucial for incentivizing employees and aligning their performance with company objectives. Additionally, she has experience working with Boards of Directors and Compensation Committees, providing strategic compensation guidance to support organizational goals.