Juanita Lott
About Juanita Lott
Juanita Lott is a director and entrepreneur with extensive expertise in governance and human resource management, particularly in billion-dollar software companies. She has held leadership roles, including as EVP at Epicor Software and founder of Bridgestream, and currently serves as a director at The Impact Seat Foundation.
Work at The Impact Seat Foundation
Juanita Lott has been serving as the Director at The Impact Seat Foundation since 2022. In this role, she focuses on initiatives that promote diversity and inclusion within leadership and governance. Her experience in human capital management and governance supports the foundation's mission to empower underrepresented groups in various sectors.
Education and Expertise
Juanita Lott holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Arts from the University of California, Davis. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Arts degree from Mills College. Her academic background complements her extensive expertise in governance and human capital management, particularly in the context of billion-dollar software companies.
Background in Software Industry
Juanita Lott has significant experience in the software industry. She was the Executive Vice President at Epicor Software from 2011 to 2016, where she contributed to the company's strategic direction in the San Francisco Bay Area. Prior to that, she founded Bridgestream, a company specializing in role management, which was later acquired by Oracle.
Achievements in Governance and Human Capital Management
As a board advisor, Juanita Lott provides insights on executive compensation, assessment, succession, and globalization. Her role includes advising organizations on effective governance practices. She also serves on the boards of Accion, where she contributes her expertise to support financial inclusion and economic development.
Investment Partner with Portfolia Investments
Juanita Lott is an investment partner with Portfolia Investments, where she focuses on supporting women and minority-led early-stage ventures. Her involvement in this capacity reflects her commitment to fostering diversity in entrepreneurship and investment, aligning with her broader goals in governance and human capital management.