Lisa Wilson
Lisa Wilson is the founder of Rad Kidz Foundation Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing children access to extracurricular activities they might not otherwise be able to afford. Inspired by the memory of her son, who passed away in 2021, Lisa channeled her grief into creating opportunities for youth to explore their passions, build confidence, and engage in meaningful community experiences.
With a Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Administration from the University of South Florida College of Education, Lisa combines her academic expertise with a deep personal commitment to youth development. She has focused her efforts on ensuring that all children, regardless of financial circumstances, can participate in activities that enrich their education and personal growth.
Through Rad Kidz Foundation, Lisa continues to honor her son’s legacy while impacting the lives of countless children. Her dedication exemplifies how personal experience and professional insight can come together to create positive, lasting change in a community.
• University of South Florida College of Education- M.Ed.
• Rad Kidz Foundation
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to pure grit.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to “go slow to go fast”—take the time to learn, understand, and grow before diving in.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is to stay flexible and adaptable, as the ability to adjust to changing circumstances is key to long-term success.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The biggest challenge in my field right now is securing adequate funding, but overcoming it is part of the reward, and the key opportunity lies in providing children with the care they need as more people begin to recognize its value.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in both my work and personal life are hard work, effort, loyalty, integrity, transparency, and honesty.