Lisa Carter is an educator, presenter, author, and consultant known for her work in school improvement, leadership development, and effective schools practices. She began her career as an elementary school teacher in Fayetteville, North Carolina, and later served as an administrator at both the elementary and secondary levels. Her professional experience spans rural and urban school settings, informing her approach to instructional leadership and organizational culture. Carter became affiliated with Dr. Lawrence Lezotte and effective schools research more than 15 years ago, a foundation that continues to shape her consulting and professional learning work. She delivers keynote presentations and training for educators and school leaders nationwide, focusing on equity, continuous improvement, and data-informed practices in K–12 education.