Lisa Duerre, Speaker/Facilitator
Leading Real Change
Tech Speaker Meets the Disability Awareness Stage
Facilitator & Moderator
Facilitator & Moderator
In 2022, I was diagnosed with lipolymphedema, a progressive stage of Lipedema, a misunderstood and misdiagnosed disease characterized by painful fat deposits, often affecting mobility in later stages. Lipedema affects all aspects of life and impacts 1 in 11 women.
Navigating lipolymphedema has deepened my understanding of leadership philosophy, leading to the development of the FIRM Leadership Model, which aims to create inclusive workplaces.
My journey with lipolymphedema has transformed me professionally and personally. While my experiences in Silicon Valley provided insights into leadership, recent years have highlighted the impact of biases and lack of understanding regarding hidden disabilities, chronic illness, fat bias, and inclusivity in the workplace, influencing my leadership approach.
Speaking & Facilitation
testimonials
What Others Have Said
“I could see myself in Lisa’s story of high achiever and burn out! Her passion and candid manner was engaging, spot on and fun. I came away with a renewed understanding of the new story I want to create for me and my career: more efficient, focused and balanced at work and more fun at home!”
Kate Steinbacher, President of The Coaching Advantage
“Lisa brings insight, professionalism, empathy, presence, and a delightful sense of humor to every engagement. I look forward to each opportunity to collaborate with her on podcasts, online events, and Clubhouse rooms. Lisa has a rare way of making people feel seen and heard and bringing out the best in every “in-the-moment” interaction. Highly recommend Lisa for leadership and organizational development engagements, speaking, and as a podcast guest!”
Karen Worstell, MA, MS Cybersecurity Strategist
Igniting a Movement of FIRM Leadership
Bringing Clarity to Your Physical Space | Kristina Browning
In this episode of Ctrl + Alt + Delete with Lisa Duerre™ - Make sure to lean in during these key moments in the episode: [7:00] Implement baby steps to eliminate “the rub” for the long haul [8:00] What are we tolerating that we can do something about? [11:36] What...
The Hidden Powers of Highly Sensitive People | Neftali Velez
In this episode of Ctrl + Alt + Delete with Lisa Duerre™ - Make sure to lean in during these key moments in the episode: [1:58] What should leaders be thinking about to create a high-performance environment? [3:10] What does it mean to be a highly sensitive person?...
Innovation Happens When Leaders Don’t Have All the Answers | Special Episode: Lipedema Awareness
In this episode of Ctrl+Alt+Delete with Lisa Duerre™ - Lisa gets personal as she discusses her journey of discovering that she’s been living with a disease known as Lipedema, a misunderstood and underdiagnosed condition affecting as many as 1 in 11 women. Her guests,...