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Lisa Benson
Professional Speaker & Faciliator |
Emmy-Award Winning Journalist | Published Author |
Entreprenuer
Lisa Benson is a diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism trainer fueled by personal experiences with workplace bias, genuine curiosity, and a hunger for systemic change. Dedicated, talented, and self-motivated, Lisa is a professional speaker, author, and Emmy Award-winning journalist with more than 20 years of television news experience. She uses her passion for truth and storytelling to educate others about the impact of racial ignorance, systemic racism, and unconscious biases, helping organizations and communities create inclusive spaces through education, truth, and transformative conversations.
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Lisa's Expertise in Action
Lisa offers a range of services designed to educate, inspire, and transform organizations and communities.
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Workshops & Training
Interactive workshops and trainings that help teams create and strengthen inclusive workplace practices, recognize hidden bias, and address systemic barriers in the workplace.
Small Group Discussions
Private, guided discussions that create safe spaces for honest, meaningful, and transformative conversations about race, inclusion, and equity.
Speaking Engagements
Inspiring keynotes, panels, and talks that drive action on inclusion and equity for leaders, educators, and professionals.
Consulting
Tailored strategies and expert guidance to help organizations implement strong DEI policies and build inclusive, equitable, and empowering environments.
From the Newsroom to the Courtroom
A Journey of Courage, Challenging Bias, and Inspiring Lasting Change
Short Story:
Lisa Benson is a trainer and consultant fueled by personal experiences with workplace challenges, genuine curiosity, and a drive for systemic change. Dedicated, talented, and self-motivated, she is also a professional speaker, author, and Emmy Award-winning journalist with more than 20 years of television news experience. Lisa uses her passion for truth and storytelling to shed light on bias, inequities, and barriers, while helping organizations and communities build environments where people feel valued and heard through education, dialogue, and transformative conversations.
Credentials & Recognition
Lisa's expertise is built on academic achievement, professional recognition, and proven leadership in advancing equity and inclusion.
Clark Atlanta University
B.A. Mass Media Arts -- Radio, Television, Film
Cornell University
Executive Leadership & Inclusion Certification
Northwestern University
Leading Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Gertification
University of Cambridge
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Strategies for Business Impact
Discover Lisa's Story in "Anchored in Bias"
Blending powerful personal storytelling with critical insight, "Anchored in Bias" is part memoir and part call to action. It invites readers to reflect on exclusion, examine systemic barriers, and take meaningful steps toward creating more inclusive spaces.
What Clients Say
Lisa’s expertise is grounded in academic excellence, professional recognition, and leadership in the fight for equity and inclusion.
“Lisa’s workshop was eye-opening and transformative. She created a safe space for our team to have honest conversations about race and bias, and we left with practical tools to build a more inclusive workplace.”