Lisa Santiago
About Lisa Santiago
Lisa Santiago is the Founder and Empowerment Master at The Empowerment Center and has served as Regional Director at Business Klub for a decade. She specializes in supporting entrepreneurship through public speaking, resource connection, and publishing assistance.
Work at The Empowerment Center
Lisa Santiago serves as the Founder and Empowerment Master at The Empowerment Center, a position she has held since 2015. Located in Washington, District of Columbia, the center focuses on empowering individuals and communities through various programs and initiatives. Santiago's role involves developing strategies that promote personal and professional growth, particularly among entrepreneurs. She emphasizes the importance of wealth creation and ownership as fundamental components of sustained independence.
Current Role at Business Klub
Since 2014, Lisa Santiago has been the Regional Director at Business Klub in Charlotte, North Carolina. In this role, she leverages her extensive experience in entrepreneurship to connect local business owners with vital resources for development and funding. Her efforts aim to foster a supportive environment for entrepreneurs, enhancing their chances of success in the competitive business landscape.
Professional Background at IBM
Prior to her current roles, Lisa Santiago worked at IBM as a Software Development Manager (SDM) from 1998 to 2015. During her 17-year tenure in New York, New York, she gained valuable experience in technology and management. This background has contributed to her understanding of business operations and the importance of innovation in entrepreneurship.
Education and Expertise
Lisa Santiago studied at Drake Business School, where she earned an Associate's degree in Business Administration and Management from 1989 to 1991. Her education provided a foundation for her career in business and entrepreneurship. Additionally, she is a certified Dream Builder master trainer, focusing on expanding entrepreneurship within the community, which reflects her commitment to fostering business growth.
Entrepreneurial Initiatives
In addition to her roles at The Empowerment Center and Business Klub, Lisa Santiago founded Empowerment Publishing Multimedia. This initiative assists aspiring authors, particularly in publishing children's books. Through this venture, she supports creative expression and literacy, contributing to the development of future generations.