Lisa Falkner is a dynamic leader in higher education with a proven track record of implementing successful strategies. Falkner leads with open-mindedness and curiosity and her reputation is built on her innate interest in forecasting and trusting the strengths of collaboration. She explains that she is at her best when she, “gets people excited about what they are about to do.” Working at a smaller public research university, a for-profit university, and the No. 1 innovative university in the U.S., in roles in recruitment, admissions, research, administration and teaching and with military students, online learners, international students, non-traditional students, and grad students serve as the foundation for her innovative ideas and strategic best practices.