Lisa Liberatore is a community development and economic growth executive, author, and ecosystem builder who helps leaders turn complexity into clarity. As Program Manager for UpStart Maine and former leader of Maine’s first seed accelerator, Lisa has spent over a decade working at the intersection of entrepreneurship, civic leadership, and place-based economic development.

A founder multiple times over—and an advisor to hundreds more—Lisa brings real-world insight into what it actually takes to build resilient businesses and communities. Her work centers on transparency, trust, and decision-making, themes she explores in her book The Power of Transparency.

Lisa is known for practical takeaways, honest storytelling, and engaging audiences across sectors—from entrepreneurs and executives to municipal leaders, educators, and nonprofit boards.