Lisa Chang
About Lisa Chang
Lisa Chang is the Sr. Director of People - R&D at Wealthsimple, with extensive experience in HR and people management roles across various companies in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Title: Sr. Director, People - R&D at Wealthsimple
Lisa Chang is the Sr. Director of People - R&D at Wealthsimple. She has been in this role since 2020. Her responsibilities include developing and implementing strategies to scale team growth while maintaining a high-performance and employee-first culture. Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, she has introduced a variety of programs focusing on personal advancement and professional development to support the company’s objectives.
Previous Role: International Leader, HR and People Programs at Ritual.co
Prior to her current role, Lisa Chang worked at Ritual.co from 2019 to 2020. During her tenure as the International Leader for HR and People Programs, she managed various HR functions and contributed to the organization through her leadership in people programs. This role was also based in Toronto, Canada Area.
Background in People Management and Talent Acquisition
Lisa Chang has an extensive background in people management and talent acquisition. She has held several key positions in multiple companies, including Head of People & Culture at Uberflip (2015-2019), Recruitment Manager at Marketing Talent Inc (2013-2015), and various recruitment-related roles at Ubisoft, Microsoft, Ontario Public Service Executives, Katz Group Canada Ltd., and BlackBerry. Her experience spans across strategic hiring, employee culture development, and recruitment.
Education and Expertise
Lisa Chang completed her Honours Business Administration at Wilfrid Laurier University, with a concentration in Human Resources & Marketing and a Minor in Business French. She also engaged in the Co-op Option during her studies. Her educational background has provided a solid foundation for her career in HR and talent management.
Experience in Implementing Employee Initiatives
At Wealthsimple, Lisa Chang has been instrumental in implementing a variety of programs and employee initiatives centered on professional development and personal growth. These initiatives are designed to enhance employee performance and sustain an employee-first culture, reflecting her commitment to nurturing talent and fostering an inclusive work environment.