Her Story
About Paige
Paige Lisk brings more than 35 years of corporate experience to her work in human capital consulting. She spent her first 15 years in technology, specifically on the trade floor, before an unplanned transition to human resources while working at an energy company. There she helped lead an HR transformation as a program manager and was subsequently asked to remain in the field, ultimately serving as Chief People Officer on five occasions. Today she consults and advises private equity firms and organizations on AI enablement and broader HR transformation initiatives. Lisk holds a SHRM certification and Project Management Professional certification. She is a board advisor for GEDCO, the Fuel Fund of Maryland, and Sapien, and she founded the nonprofit Women Winnings, which operated for about 10 years. Her leadership philosophy centers on viewing people as the greatest asset, building human-centric organizations that advance business goals, and supporting team members in achieving their career aspirations. She has navigated challenges such as securing and retaining a seat at the leadership table, being one of few women in senior rooms, and continuously updating skills amid changes like AI.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Paige
01What do you attribute your success to?
My mother told me very early, you know, it doesn't matter if you fall down, it's all about how you get up. And then another piece of advice that I got from a mentor who has been my mentor now for well over 20 years, was, hey, if you're not failing sometimes, you're not aiming high enough.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
My mother told me very early on it doesn't matter if you fall down, it's all about how you get up. A mentor advised if you're not failing sometimes, you're not aiming high enough. Expect failures, recover fast, but push yourself and your team.
03What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Earning a seat at the table and keeping it as HR leader. Navigating being the only woman or one of two in the room. Ensuring skills remain relevant with changes like AI.
04What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
People are our greatest asset. Build human-centric organizations that help deliver business goals. Focus on helping team members build their careers and reach aspirations.
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